Ingredients
1inchfresh ginger,no need to peel, sliced into pieces no wider than ¼ inch
1cupwater
1cinnamon stick,Optional flavorings
1inchpiece of fresh turmeric,Optional flavorings, cut into thin slices, same as the ginger, or several sprigs of fresh mint
1thin round of fresh lemon,or orange, and/or 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup as optional add-ins, to taste
Preparation
Combine the ginger slices and water in a saucepan over high heat. If adding a cinnamon stick, fresh turmeric, or fresh mint, add it now.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat as necessary to maintain a gentle simmer for 5 minutes. For extra-strong ginger flavor, simmer for up to 10 minutes.
Remove the pot from the heat. Carefully pour the mixture through a mesh sieve into a heat-safe liquid measuring cup, or directly into a mug.
If desired, serve with a lemon round and/or a drizzle of honey or maple syrup, to taste. Serve hot.
