How to Make Chanca Piedra Tea: Easy Recipe
Chanca Piedra Tea is the tea made using the stems and leaves of the plant by the same name. This particular tea is a powerhouse of nutrients containing all kinds of antioxidants such as lipids, alkaloids, tannins, and vitamin C. It is used to cure a number of diseases such as viral infections, liver diseases, and kidney stones. Well, you can make this tea at home. Let's take a look at the steps below.
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time10 mins
Total Time15 mins
Servings: 3 cups
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp dried chanca piedra tea leaves
- 3 cups water
- 1 tsp honey optional
- 1 lemon optional
Instructions
- To make chanca piedra tea, bring 3 cups of water to a boil on the stove.
- Add 1 tablespoon of chanca piedra tea leaves to an infuser or teapot.
- Pour the hot water over the tea leaves and allow to steep for 15 minutes.
- Strain the tea leaves and serve hot.
- You may add honey or lemon, for flavor, if desired. Enjoy the hot cup of tea.