Ingredients
- 4–5 pieces Whole Cloves (Ensure they are fragrant and fresh)
- 2 cups Water (Filtered water yields the best taste)
- 1 small piece Cinnamon Stick (Optional for added flavor complexity)
- 1/2 inch slice Ginger root (Freshly grated provides the best heat)
Instructions
- Measure two cups of filtered water into a small, clean saucepan.
- Crush the whole cloves slightly using a mortar or the back of a knife.
- Add the crushed cloves and optional cinnamon or ginger to the water.
- Place the pan on the stove over medium-high heat until it bubbles.
- Reduce the heat to low once the water reaches a gentle, rolling boil.
- Simmer the mixture for five to seven minutes, allowing the spices to infuse.
- Remove the saucepan from the stove to prevent over-steeping and bitterness.
- Strain the liquid through a fine-mesh sieve into your favorite heat-proof mug.
Notes
Use fresh, whole cloves rather than ground powder to ensure you achieve the deep, clean flavor needed for a successful clove tea recipe for weight loss. Steep the tea for exactly seven minutes if you prefer a robust, spicy finish that mimics the depth of high-end herbal infusions. Add a thin slice of fresh lemon after you strain the tea to provide a bright acidic balance to the earthy, woodsy notes of the cloves. Keep the saucepan covered during the simmering phase to lock in the volatile essential oils.
- Prep Time: 2 mins
- Cook Time: 8 mins
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Healthy/Ayurvedic
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 5
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg