Lemongrass Ginger Iced Tea (Trà sả gừng)

Trà sả gừng, or Lemongrass Ginger Iced Tea, is a refreshing and aromatic beverage that is popular in Vietnamese cuisine. This tea is perfect for hot summer days, as the combination of lemongrass and ginger creates a cooling and invigorating drink.

Lemongrass Ginger Iced Tea (Trà sả gừng)

Ingredients

  • 4 cups water
  • 3 lemongrass stalks, smashed and cut into 3-inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup fresh ginger, sliced
  • 3 tablespoons honey or sugar
  • Ice cubes
  • Lemon slices for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a pot, bring the water to a boil.
  2. Add the lemongrass and ginger, reduce the heat, and simmer for 5 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in the honey or sugar until dissolved.
  4. Strain the mixture and let it cool to room temperature.
  5. Refrigerate the tea until cold.
  6. Serve the lemongrass ginger tea over ice, garnished with lemon slices.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
5 minutes
Total time:
15 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
30 per serving
Carbohydrates
8g
Fat
0g
Protein
0g

Supplies

Pot Stirring spoon Strainer Glass pitcher

Tools

Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the Trà sả gừng with a side of fresh fruit or Vietnamese snacks for a delightful afternoon treat.

Tips & tricks

For a stronger flavor, let the lemongrass and ginger steep in the hot water for a longer period of time before straining.

Cost

$5