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Renee Robley

Caribbean Bush Tea

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A soothing herbal blend made with local Caribbean staples like bay leaf, ginger, and turmeric. This tea is not only comforting but also packed with natural goodness.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Caribbean
Calories: 8
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the tea:
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 piece of fresh ginger about 1–1½ inches
  • 1 piece of fresh turmeric about 1 inch
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 3 whole cloves
Other:
  • 3 cups water
  • Sweetener of choice – honey or sugar to taste

Method
 

  1. Add the bay leaves, ginger, turmeric, garlic, and cloves to a small saucepan with 3 cups of water.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat
  3. Boil for 5 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and let steep for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to fully infuse.
  5. Strain into mugs and sweeten to taste with your preferred sweetener. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 8kcal

Notes

Every Caribbean family has its own version of bush tea. Feel free to adjust the herbs to suit your taste. This recipe is one traditional combination using bay leaves, ginger, turmeric, garlic, and cloves.

Recipe Printed From ThisBagoGirl.com

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