Fig Leaf Tea
Fig leaf tea is a delicious herbal tea made from fresh fig leaves, orange zest, and fresh ginger. Fig leaves boast many health benefits and taste amazing. If you are lucky enough to have access to fresh fig leaves, give it a try!
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Servings: 1 cup
Ingredients
- 20 large fig leaves
- 1 orange
- 2 inch piece fresh ginger
Instructions
- Heat oven to 200°F. Wash and dry the fig leaves, orange, and ginger. Remove the stems from the fig leaves.
- Arrange the fig leaves in as much of a single layer as possible on a baking sheet. Using a vegetable peeler, remove only the orange part of the orange peel, leaving the bitter white pith behind. Cut the ginger into 1/2-inch thick slices. Place the orange peel and ginger on the baking sheet with the fig leaves.
- Bake in the oven until the leaves are completely dry, about 1 hour. Remove and let cool.
- Crumble the fig leaves with your hands, removing any tough veins. Chop orange peel and ginger into small pieces as well then combine with the tea leaves. Place tea in a resealable container.
- To make the tea, place 2 tablespoons of the tea in the bottom of a tea pot or large glass jar. Bring 1 cup water to a boil then pour over the tea. Let steep 10 minutes then strain into a mug. Add sweetener if you'd like and enjoy!
Notes
- Experiment with the steeping time: Depending on your preference, you can adjust the steeping time of the tea to achieve different levels of flavor intensity. If you prefer a stronger taste, let the tea steep for a few extra minutes.
- Customize the sweetness: While the recipe suggests adding sweetener like honey or simple syrup, feel free to experiment with different sweeteners to suit your taste. Maple syrup or stevia can be great alternatives for those looking for a healthier option.
- Explore flavor variations: Get creative and add additional ingredients to enhance the flavor of your fig leaf tea. Consider adding a dash of cinnamon or a squeeze of lemon juice for an extra kick of freshness.
- Store fig tea properly: To ensure that your fig leaf tea stays fresh and maintains its flavor, store it in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Avoid exposure to moisture or direct sunlight, as these can affect the taste and quality of the tea.