Saffron Tea Recipe
Saffron Tea is a refreshing beverage known for its anti-depressant and mood-lifting properties. Make it using my easy recipe.
Servings: 2 people
Ingredients
- 2 and ½ cups water
- 1 tablespoon granulated white sugar
- 2 pinch saffron strands
- 1 stick cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 2-3 lime wedges
- 10-12 fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Heat water in a saucepan over medium-high heat and bring it to a boil.
- Once the water comes to a boil, reduce the heat to low.
- Add sugar, saffron strands, cinnamon, ginger, lime wedges, and mint leaves to the pan.
- Let the tea simmer for 5-7 minutes.
- Strain the tea using a tea strainer into 2 serving cups and serve hot.
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Notes
I use granulated white sugar to sweeten this drink but you can use honey, maple syrup, agave nectar, or brown sugar.
Nutrition
Calories: 37kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 20mg | Potassium: 59mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 227IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 1mg
