When winter’s chill brings sniffles and sore throats, this powerful blend of anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting ingredients comes to the rescue. These frozen tea bombs combine the healing properties of ginger, turmeric, and lemongrass with vitamin C-rich lemons to create a soothing, therapeutic drink that’s both delicious and medicinal.
Ingredients
For the Tea Bombs:
- 3-4 whole lemons (approximately 300g), cleaned and chunked
- 6 inches (55g/2 oz) fresh ginger root
- 6 inches (55g/2 oz) fresh turmeric root (or 1.5 tablespoons ground)
- 3 stalks (60g/2 oz) lemongrass
- 1½ cups (355ml) water, plus extra for thinning
For Serving (Optional):
- Honey or agave to taste
- Additional hot water
- Strainer (if desired)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients
- Clean and chunk lemons
- Peel and slice ginger
- Peel and slice turmeric
- Trim and chop lemongrass
- Create the Blend
- Combine all ingredients in blender
- Process until smooth
- Add water gradually to thin if needed
- Blend until mixture is pourable
- Freeze the Bombs
- Pour into ice cube molds
- Fill each cavity about 2 inches
- Cover tray if possible
- Freeze minimum 3 hours
- Serve the Tea
- Place one bomb in mug
- Add boiling water
- Stir until dissolved
- Strain if desired
- Sweeten to taste
Nutritional Information
(Per tea bomb)
- Calories: 25
- Vitamin C: 15mg
- Antioxidants: High
- Gingerols: Present
- Curcumin: Present
- Zero fat, cholesterol-free
Timing:
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Freeze Time: 3+ hours
- Serving Time: 2 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 17 minutes
Pro Tips and Tricks
- Wear gloves when handling turmeric
- Use organic ingredients when possible
- Freeze extras for up to 3 months
- Consider adding black pepper for curcumin absorption
- Use warm, not boiling water for maximum benefits
Variations and Substitutions
- Add fresh mint leaves
- Include cinnamon stick
- Use lime instead of lemon
- Add fresh orange
- Include garlic for extra immune support
Common FAQs
Q: Can I use ground ginger instead?
A: Yes, use 1 tablespoon ground ginger per 2 ounces fresh.
Q: How long do these keep in the freezer?
A: Up to 3 months in an airtight container.
Q: Can I drink this daily?
A: Yes, but start with one cup daily to assess tolerance.
Q: Is this safe during pregnancy?
A: Consult healthcare provider before using medicinal amounts of herbs.
Storage and Make-Ahead Tips
- Keep frozen up to 3 months
- Store in airtight container
- Label with date made
- Make double batch when sick
- Keep separated from other frozen items