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Tea · From Bladwijzer

Tulsi tea

Updated on 9 October 2026

• Makes: 2 cups
• Time: 10 min
• From: Holy basil

Ingredients

• 10 fresh holy basil leaves (or 1 tablespoon dried)
• 500 ml water
• 2 slices fresh ginger
• optionally honey

Method

1. Bring the water to the boil with the ginger.
2. Take off the heat and add the leaves.
3. Cover and leave to steep for 5 to 7 minutes.
4. Strain and sweeten with honey if you like.

Storing: Drink it fresh.