Description
A simple fennel seed tea recipe made with whole fennel seeds and water. This soothing herbal drink is ready in about 10 minutes and can be served plain or with honey, lemon, or ginger.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon whole fennel seeds
2 cups water
1 teaspoon honey (optional)
1 lemon slice (optional)
1 slice fresh ginger (optional)
Instructions
1. Add the fennel seeds to a dry non-stick pan and toast for 1 to 2 minutes over medium heat until fragrant.
2. Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a small saucepan.
3. Add the toasted fennel seeds and simmer for 5 minutes.
4. Remove from the heat, cover, and steep for 5 to 10 minutes.
5. Strain into a cup and serve plain or with honey, lemon, or ginger.
Notes
Use whole fennel seeds for the best flavor.
Do not boil too long or the tea can become slightly bitter.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Simmered
- Cuisine: International, Wellness
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 5
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: fennel seed tea, fennel tea recipe, herbal tea, digestive tea, homemade fennel tea