Best 5 Mali Lemon Grass Tea Recipes
Embark on a culinary voyage to Mali with our tantalizing lemon grass tea, a refreshing and aromatic infusion brimming with health benefits. This zesty beverage, deeply rooted in Malian culture, boasts a harmonious blend of tangy lemon grass, invigorating ginger, and a hint of zesty lime. Discover the art of crafting this delightful tea, along with variations like a revitalizing iced version and a soothing honey-infused concoction. Indulge in the goodness of lemon grass tea, a treasure trove of antioxidants and essential nutrients, while relishing its invigorating flavor and uplifting aroma.
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LEMONGRASS TEA (CITRONNELLE)
From "The Africa Cookbook Tastes of a Continent" by Jessica B. Harris. Cote D'Ivoire. Used as a digestive tea or to treat stomachaches and fevers.
Provided by Engrossed
Categories Beverages
Time 10m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Place lemongrass in a small 2-cup teapot.
- Pour boiling water over lemongrass and allow to steep for 5 minutes.
- Serve hot as an after-dinner tisane with sugar to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Sodium 9.5
MALI LEMON GRASS TEA
Very simple tea made with lemongrass. You need fresh lemongrass, dried won't do. Sourced from www.celtnet.org
Provided by Coasty
Categories Beverages
Time 5m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Gently bruise - by pounding with a meat melt or rolling pin - the lemongrass.
- Bring the water to a boil and use to rinse and heat-up a teapot. Add the lemongrass and cover with the water. Allow to seep for a while then pour the tea into small cups and add a little sugar if desired.
LEMONGRASS GINSENG TEA
Lemongrass ginseng tea may be served warm or chilled over ice. Enjoy a cup of ginseng tea every day to incourage good health and increase immunity. Drinking ginseng tea may increase energy, improve the libido, lessen menstrual cramping, relief from hot flashes or to stimulate the brains ability to concentrate. This will keep you awake so be sure to drink early in the day. You can find ginseng in Health food store in tea bags, powdered, extract. Also you can find the root in the Asian section of your grocery store.
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Beverages
Time 25m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Add the ginseng, lemongrass, cinnamon, and cardamom to saucepan. Cover with three cups of filtered water.
- Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat; then reduce to medium-low.
- Simmer 10 to 15 minutes, strain into a clean drinking container and serve sweetened to staste with sugar or honey.
- Garnish with a lemon slice, if desired, for an extra burst of lemon flavor. Lemongrass ginseng tea may be served warm or chilled over ice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 24.4, Sodium 0.1, Carbohydrate 6.3, Sugar 6.3
THE GREENEST GRASS ON THE BLOCK (LAWN SPRAY)
With spring just around the corner, I thought I would post this. A good friend gave this "recipe" to me. It works wonders for keeping your lawn nice and green. ADD 4 ounces Listerine Mouthwash to the recipe, ZAAR wont allow it as an ingredient, so it isn't listed, but does need to be added.
Provided by Megans Mommy
Categories Low Protein
Time 10m
Yield 1 unit, 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix all the ingredients together, including 4 ounces Listerine mouthwash, and put into an empty "Miracle Grow" container that attaches to your watering hose.
- Spray your lawn with the mixture once every few weeks.
- The ammonia acts like a fertilizer, the dish soap washes off pollutants, the beer kills the weeds.
- DO NOT use diet soda, it needs the sugar, and the mouthwash kills the bugs.
- Happy Lawn Growing!
LEMON GRASS TEA
Make and share this Lemon Grass Tea recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Missy Wombat
Categories Beverages
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Place the lemon grass and sugar in a teapot. Boil the water and pour into the teapot. Let the tea steep for at least 10 minutes. Pour the tea through a strainer and into teacups.
Tips:
- Use fresh lemongrass: Fresh lemongrass has a more intense flavor than dried lemongrass. If you can find it, use fresh lemongrass for the best results.
- Bruise the lemongrass: Bruising the lemongrass helps to release its flavor. You can do this by using a rolling pin or the back of a spoon.
- Let the tea steep for at least 5 minutes: The longer you steep the tea, the more flavor it will have. However, if you steep the tea for too long, it can become bitter.
- Serve the tea hot or cold: Mali lemon grass tea can be served hot or cold. If you are serving it cold, let it cool completely before chilling it in the refrigerator.
- Add honey or sugar to taste: Mali lemon grass tea can be enjoyed plain or with a little bit of honey or sugar. Add sweetener to taste.
Conclusion:
Mali lemon grass tea is a refreshing and flavorful tea that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed hot or cold. Whether you are looking for a soothing tea to relax with or a refreshing drink to enjoy on a hot day, Mali lemon grass tea is a great choice.
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