Description
A simple Ayurvedic digestive tea made with cumin, coriander, and fennel seeds. Supports digestion, detox, and calm.
Ingredients
Scale
1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
1 teaspoon Coriander Seeds
1 teaspoon Fennel Seeds
3 cups Water
Optional Add-ins:
1-inch piece Fresh Ginger, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon Honey or Maple Syrup, to taste
1 wedge Fresh Lemon or Lime
Instructions
- Toast the Seeds: Place the cumin, coriander, and fennel seeds in a small, dry saucepan over medium heat. Toast for 1–2 minutes, stirring constantly, until they become fragrant.
- Lightly Crush the Seeds: Remove from heat and gently crush the seeds using a mortar and pestle or the back of a spoon.
- Simmer the Tea: Return the crushed seeds to the saucepan, add water and optional ginger. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a low simmer.
- Steep for Potency: Simmer uncovered for 10–15 minutes.
- Strain and Serve: Pour through a fine-mesh sieve into mugs, discarding the solids.
- Customize and Enjoy: Add honey or maple syrup for sweetness and finish with a squeeze of lemon or lime. Enjoy warm.
Notes
Toasting the seeds is key to unlocking flavor and health benefits.
Strain before storing to keep the tea from becoming overly strong or bitter.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes