Vitamin C Tea: Immune System Booster
With the arrival of Autumn, I have found myself stocking up on lots of produce high in vitamin C to ensure my family and I’s immune system remains strong!
This homemade ‘Vitamin C Tea’ serves as an ideal remedy for those chilly days, moments of feeling a bit run down, or when cold and flu symptoms strike.
While preparing this tea may take a bit longer than steeping a regular tea bag, the rewards include a substantial dose of vitamin C with just the right balance of sweetness and spice.
For those inclined toward less sugar, I recommend reducing the amount of pineapples and adding an extra lemon. This adjustment will impart a slightly more tart flavor, but rest assured, you’ll still receive a generous infusion of immune-boosting vitamin C.
Serves: 4 | Prep time: 5 mins | Cooking time: 25 mins
Ingredients:
- 30g raw ginger
- 160g pineapple chunks
- 2 medium Pink Lady apples
- Juice from 5 lemons
- 300ml filtered water
Method:
- Begin by chopping the ginger into roughly 3 or 4 pieces.
- Then, cut the apples into approximately 12 pieces each, ensuring you remove the core.
- Add your chopped ginger, apple pieces, pineapple chunks, and lemon juice to a food processor or blender. Blend until relatively smooth, eliminating any visible chunks.
- Transfer the mixture into a saucepan and add the water.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat for 8 minutes, carefully watching to prevent boiling over.
- Reduce the heat to medium and continue boiling for at least 10 minutes. The longer it simmers, the stronger the flavor will become.
- Sieve out the pulp and pour the liquid into a heatproof container for storage.
- Serve the tea immediately or refrigerate it, reheating when you’re ready to enjoy.
Sip and savour the immune-boosting benefits!
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