Lemon Tea

🔥 Prep

• Measure out 2 cups of water and pour into a saucepan.
• Measure out 1 tsp of tea powder and set aside.
• Measure out 1 tbsp of lemon juice and keep ready.
• Measure out 1 tsp of honey and keep ready.

🔥 Cook

• 1. Place the saucepan with the measured 2 cups of water over medium-high heat and bring to a boil for approximately 2 minutes.
• 2. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and stir in the 1 tsp of tea powder; let it simmer for 1 minute to release flavor.
• 3. Remove the saucepan from heat and cover; allow the tea to steep for 2 minutes.
• 4. Strain the tea into serving cups, discarding the leaves.
• 5. Stir in 1 tbsp of lemon juice and 1 tsp of honey into each cup while the tea is still hot, mixing until dissolved.
• 6. Let the tea sit for 30 seconds to allow flavors to meld before serving.

🔥 Serve

• Serve the lemon tea hot in clear glasses or ceramic cups.
• Pair with light South Indian snacks such as plain biscuits, murukku, or a small piece of jaggery.
• Optionally garnish with a thin lemon slice on the rim of the cup.