Tummy tea
This soothing and caffeine-free tea is a comforting way to support healthy digestion. (inspired by 'The Medicinal Chef: Eat Your Way to Better Health' by Dale Pinnock)
Calories 5kcal
Equipment
- 1 teapot (or infuser)
Ingredients
- 1 tsp fennel seeds
- 1 tsp caraway seeds
- 1 tsp dried mint
- handful of fresh mint leaves (optional)
- 1-2 cups boiling water (depending on desired strength)
Instructions
Combine dry ingredients:
- In a small bowl or container, mix together the fennel seeds, caraway seeds, and dried mint.
Steep the tea:
- Add the dry mixture (and fresh mint leaves, if using) to your teapot or infuser. Pour boiling water over the ingredients and steep for at least 10 minutes.
Strain & enjoy:
- Strain the tea into a mug and enjoy warm.
Reusability (optional):
- You can reuse the tea mixture for a few additional infusions by simply pouring boiling water over the same herbs and steeping again until the flavor weakens.
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Notes
- The book claims this tea is beneficial for digestive issues.
- To me, the tea tastes like peppermint tea with a subtle licorice and peppery kick from the fennel and caraway seeds. It’s easy to prepare and offers a caffeine-free option after a meal.