Japanese Ginger Trick Drink
A refreshing herbal drink combining fresh ginger, lemon, and honey that aids in weight loss and boosts metabolism.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Infusing
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups water
- 1–2 inches fresh ginger, peeled and sliced
- Juice of half a lemon
- 1–2 teaspoons honey (or agave/stevia for a lower-calorie version)
Instructions
- Peel and slice fresh ginger thinly.
- Boil 2 cups of water in a saucepan.
- Once boiling, add the sliced ginger and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes.
- Strain the mixture using a fine mesh sieve into a cup.
- Add the juice of half a lemon and stir in honey until dissolved.
- Serve hot or cool to room temperature and chill if preferred.
- Optional: Garnish with a slice of lemon or a sprig of mint.
Notes
Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Drink warm for digestion benefits or chilled for a refreshing treat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 250ml)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: ginger drink, weight loss, healthy beverage, detox drink