Recipe for Cooling Lemongrass Tea

Ingredients:

• Two stalks of fresh lemongrass for maximum flavor; tea bags or dried lemongrass can also be used.
  For brewing, use two cups of water.
• Honey or Lemon (optional): Use honey or lemon juice to add a touch of sweetness or tang.

Directions:

First, get the lemongrass ready.

• Peel off any rough outer layers to reveal the sensitive interior stalks of fresh lemongrass.
• To release the delicious oils, cut each stalk into pieces of 2-3 inches and gently crush them with the side of a knife.

Step 2: Bring to a boil

• Put the water and lemongrass pieces in a saucepan.
• Depending on your preferred strength, bring to a mild boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes.

Step 3: Serve after straining

• Take the tea off the fire as soon as it reaches the strength you like.
• Pour the tea into your preferred cup after straining off the lemongrass pieces.
• Add a squeeze of lemon or a little honey for taste. For a cool twist, enjoy warm or over ice!
• This straightforward lemongrass tea is a lovely, fragrant beverage that is excellent for body and mind relaxation.