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Instant Salabat Ginger Tea Recipe

Warm up with this incredibly flavorful and easy Instant Salabat Ginger Tea! A beloved Filipino remedy, perfect for rainy days and soothing sore throats, coughs, and colds. This recipe makes a concentrated powder, ready in minutes whenever you need a comforting cup of ginger goodness. Boost your immunity and enjoy the authentic taste of Salabat!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 116.8 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
Instant Salabat Ginger Tea

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Ingredients for Instant Salabat Ginger Tea

  • Fresh Ginger
  • Refined Sugar
  • 1 cup (240ml) water (for blending)

How to Make Instant Salabat Ginger Tea

  1. Peel 1 pound (450g) of fresh ginger.
  2. Wash the peeled ginger thoroughly and drain well.
  3. Cut the ginger into thin strips (approximately 1/8 inch thick).
  4. Place 1 cup (about 100g) of ginger strips in a blender or food processor.
  5. Add 1 cup (240ml) of water to the blender.
  6. Cover and blend on high speed for 2 minutes until smooth.
  7. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth, pressing firmly to extract all the juice. Collect the juice in a container.
  8. Repeat steps 4-7 until all the ginger strips have been processed. You should have approximately 3-4 cups of ginger juice.
  9. Combine the extracted ginger juice concentrate with 1 kilogram (2.2 lbs) of granulated sugar in a non-stick saucepan.
  10. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low.
  11. Stir frequently until the mixture thickens significantly.
  12. Reduce the heat to low and continue stirring until the mixture becomes a thick, moist powder. This will take approximately 60-90 minutes. Keep a close eye on it to prevent burning.
  13. Remove from heat and continue stirring until the mixture cools slightly and resembles a coarse powder.
  14. Let the mixture cool completely. Transfer to a clean, dry, airtight jar or container for storage.
  15. To enjoy: Mix 1 tablespoon of ginger tea powder with 1 cup (240ml) of hot water. Stir well and enjoy your comforting Salabat!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

101g

Fat

0g

Carbs

9g

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