Lemon Grass Tea Recipe | Fresh Lemongrass & Mint Tea
Tarla Dalal
• Updated : Dec 30, 2025
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About Lemon Grass Tea
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Method to make Lemon Grass Tea
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Tips for lemon grass tea
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Lemon Grass Tea Recipe is a refreshing and aromatic herbal drink made using fresh lemongrass and mint leaves. This healthy detox tea is known for its calming properties and is perfect for weight loss , digestion, and relaxation. Easy to prepare at home, lemongrass and mint tea is a great alternative to regular tea or coffee , especially in the evening. With its soothing aroma and natural ingredients, this fresh lemongrass tea helps relieve stress, supports metabolism, and keeps you hydrated in a healthy way.
The method for making lemon grass tea is very simple To proceed making the lemongrass and mint tea we have first washed and cut the lemon grass and mint leaves. Pour water in a pan and let it boil. Add lemon grass. Lemon grass is good for hair, skin and also has calming properties and helps relieve insomnia and stress. Add mint leaves, helps in detoxification and cleansing. Further, add jaggery. You can also use honey or organic sugar instead of jaggery. Bring to boil. Lower the flame and let it reduce, it will help the flavors infuse and make our lemon grass tea more aromatic. Strain and serve fresh lemongrass tea hot.
Lemon grass tea is very health friendly provided you use small amounts of jaggery. Consume this fresh lemongrass tea after a heavy meal which will help aid digestion.
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Preparation Time
5 Mins
Cooking Time
10 Mins
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Total Time
15 Mins
Makes
2 servings
Ingredients
For Lemon Grass Tea
- 1/2 cup lemongrass (hare chai ki patti) , finely chopped
- 1/2 cup mint leaves (pudina) , finely chopped
- 1 tsp tea powder (chai ki patti)
- jaggery (gur) to taste
Method
For lemon grass tea
- To make lemongrass tea, combine the lemon grass, mint leaves and jaggery with 5 cups of water in a pan and bring it to a boil.
- Lower the flame and simmer till it reduces to about 3 cups.
- Remove from the flame, add the tea powder, cover and allow it to infuse for a few minutes.
- Strain the lemongrass tea and serve hot.
Lemon Grass Tea recipe with step by step photos
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To make lemon grass tea | fresh lemongrass tea | lemongrass and mint tea |, wash and cut lemon grass into small pieces using a scissor.
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Also, we will be using some mint leaves in this fresh lemongrass tea recipe, so remove them from the stem.
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Wash and finely chop the mint leaves. Keep aside.
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Pour 5 cups of water.
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To make the fresh lemongrass tea, in a saucepan, take the lemon grass. Lemon grass has calming properties and helps relieve stress and insomnia.
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Add mint leaves. Same with pudina, they have been picked, washed and then added to the lemon grass tea. These help in detoxification and cleansing.
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Add jaggery for sweetness. Jaggery can be swapped with any organic sugar or honey. To enhance the flavour of your cup of lemongrass tea, you can also add green tea leaves, lemon juice, ginger root.
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Mix well and bring it to a boil.
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Lower the flame and simmer till it reduces to about 3 cups. The flavours will infused and the leaves would steep & become aromantic.
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Remove from the flame, add the tea powder. These are optional and you can skip if you don’t want caffeine in your tea recipe.
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Cover and allow it to infuse for a few minutes.
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Strain the lemon grass tea | fresh lemongrass tea | lemongrass and mint tea | into a cup.
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Serve the lemon grass tea hot.
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- Covering the pan with a lid is important. The lid will seal the pan and will not let the aroma escape.
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Jaggery can be replaced with honey. But add honey after straining the tea.
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Grated ginger is also a good addition to the lemon grass tea.
1. What is lemongrass tea?
Lemongrass tea is a fragrant herbal beverage made by simmering fresh lemongrass stalks (often with mint) in water and optionally adding tea and a sweetener. It has a light, citrusy flavor and is typically served hot.
2. What ingredients are used in this lemon grass tea recipe?
The main ingredients are:
- Fresh lemongrass, finely chopped
- Mint leaves
- Tea powder (optional)
- Jaggery (or sugar/honey)
- Water
These combine to create a refreshing and mildly sweet drink.
3. How is this tea prepared?
To make the tea:
- Boil lemongrass, mint, and jaggery with water.
- Simmer until the water reduces and flavors infuse.
- Add tea powder (optional), cover, and steep.
- Strain and serve hot.
4. Can I skip the tea powder?
Yes! The tea powder is optional. If you prefer a caffeine-free herbal drink, just leave it out and enjoy the pure lemongrass and mint infusion.
5. What can I use as a sweetener?
You can use jaggery, sugar, or honey according to your taste. If using honey, add it after straining so it doesn’t lose its nutrients.
6. Can I add other flavors?
Yes — ingredients like grated ginger, lemon juice, or a cinnamon stick can add interesting flavor notes and potential soothing benefits.
7. Is lemongrass tea healthy?
Lemongrass tea is widely enjoyed as a soothing herbal drink with potential benefits like aiding digestion, relaxation, and hydration. It contains antioxidants and a refreshing aroma.
8. When is the best time to drink lemongrass tea?
It’s great any time of day — in the morning, after meals to help with digestion, or in the evening to relax.
9. Can I drink it daily?
Moderate daily consumption is generally fine for most people. Just drink in moderation and consider any personal health conditions.
10. Can I make it iced?
Yes! After preparing the tea, let it cool and serve over ice with a slice of lemon or extra mint for a refreshing cold version.
11. Can dried lemongrass be used instead of fresh?
Dried lemongrass can work too. Use it like herbal tea — steep it in hot water and strain, just as you would with fresh stalks.
12. Are there any precautions with lemongrass tea?
While generally safe, consuming large amounts may not be suitable for everyone. If you have specific health concerns (like pregnancy, allergies, or low blood pressure), consult a doctor.
Nutrient values (Abbrv)per plate
| Energy | 11 Calories |
| Protein | 0.5 g |
| Carbohydrates | 2.3 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Sodium | 0 mg |
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Baby Gupta
Jan. 24, 2021, 3:53 a.m.
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Aug. 23, 2020, 11:24 p.m.
Tarla Dalal
Aug. 23, 2020, 11:24 p.m.
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Gurudatt
July 30, 2020, 11:33 a.m.
Fantastic delicious
Tarla Dalal
July 30, 2020, 11:33 a.m.
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keerthi
June 20, 2016, 5:21 p.m.
heyy tried this recipe, it was amazingg :))
Ravindra patil
June 17, 2016, 8:04 p.m.
Tarla Dalal
June 17, 2016, 8:04 p.m.
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VarunP
June 13, 2016, 3:58 p.m.
Simple, straightforward and to the point. Thank you aunty ji. Lot of other videos and websites failed to elaborate what part of the plant to take for the tea, leaves or stock, you nailed it. Thank you very much, love you :)
Shyamasree
May 20, 2016, 5:14 p.m.
johanne muza
Oct. 6, 2015, 2:58 p.m.
Tapan kumar raj
July 27, 2015, 9:39 a.m.
Splendy
May 21, 2015, 8:12 p.m.
I just boiled the lemon grass I took it with ginger am having much headache ,hope it will stop my fever and cold
Bulbul-Ghosh
May 10, 2015, 12:45 p.m.
I have tried this recipe. I added palm candy instead of sugar/jaggery.
Rose
Feb. 14, 2015, 6 p.m.
Ilemongrass tea helped me sleep like a baby. I love it.
