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Sore Throat Tea Recipe

Fight off a sore throat naturally with this comforting and surprisingly delicious tea! Onions and garlic work their magic (don't worry, the mint masks any strong flavors!), creating a soothing and healing beverage perfect for bedtime or first thing in the morning. This simple recipe is ready in minutes and will leave you feeling better in no time.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 17.2 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Sore Throat Tea

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How to Make Sore Throat Tea

  1. Finely chop 1 small onion and 2 cloves of garlic.
  2. Place the chopped onion and garlic, along with 10-12 fresh mint leaves, in a small saucepan.
  3. Add 1 ½ to 2 cups of water to the saucepan.
  4. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over high heat.
  5. Once boiling, immediately remove from heat and cover the saucepan tightly.
  6. Let the tea steep for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
  7. Strain the tea through a fine-mesh sieve into a mug.
  8. Add honey to taste and enjoy! Sip slowly to soothe your throat.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

0g

Carbs

1g

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