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Essiac Tea Recipe

Published: January 29, 2025 Prep Time: About 15 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes Serves: 4 Difficulty: Easy Category: Beverage Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons dried burdock root
  • 2 tablespoons dried sheep sorrel
  • 1 tablespoon dried slippery elm bark
  • 1 tablespoon dried Turkish rhubarb root
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
  • 1/2 lemon, juiced

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine all dried herbs.
  2. Add water and bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and let steep for 10 minutes.
  5. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve.
  6. Add honey and lemon juice if desired.
  7. Serve warm or chilled.
  8. Store in refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Special Notes

This traditional herbal tea is perfect for those seeking natural wellness support. The combination of burdock root, sheep sorrel, slippery elm, and rhubarb creates a complex, earthy flavor that's both soothing and invigorating. The key is to use high-quality dried herbs and to let the tea steep properly. It's a great way to enjoy the benefits of traditional herbal medicine.