Ginger Tea Relief for Sore Throat - Easy Instant Pot Method
A soothing, anti-inflammatory ginger tea made in big batches in the Instant Pot — perfect for smoke season, allergies, or a cold.And if you want to keep it as simple as possible, you don't need the honey or lemon at all — plain ginger tea, just the root and water, works beautifully on its own. The honey and lemon are there for flavor and added nutrients, not necessity.
Equipment
- 1 Instant Pot
Ingredients
- 8-10 cups water
- 6 inch piece ginger root 100 g (approx. 3.5 to 3.7 oz)
- 1 tsp raw honey per serving
- 1/4-1/2 lemon per serving
Instructions
- Slice the ginger root into rounds (optional: skin on or off).
- Add ginger and water to the Instant Pot.
- Seal and cook on high pressure for 6-8 minutes.
- Allow natural pressure release for 15-30 minutes.
- Scoop out 1½ cups (375 ml) per serving.
- Stir in 1 tsp raw honey and a squeeze of lemon to taste.
- Enjoy warm. I drink my in a Yeti thermo-cup that holds the heat!
Stovetop Method
- Simmer covered 15-20 minutes then steep 10 minutes with heat off.