Description
Korean Apple Tea with Ginger and Cinnamon (Saegwa Cha) is a heartwarming drink that beautifully blends sweet apples, aromatic ginger, and warming cinnamon to create a comforting beverage perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re looking to soothe a sore throat or simply warm up on a chilly day, this delightful tea offers not only a unique flavor profile but also numerous health benefits.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs (900 grams) apples (Gala, Fuji, or McIntosh)
- 10 cups water
- 2 Tbsp (25 grams) brown sugar
- 4 inches (55 grams) fresh ginger
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 2 tsp black peppercorns
Instructions
- Wash and chop the apples into quarters, keeping the skin on.
- For Instant Pot: Combine apples, sliced ginger, brown sugar, cinnamon sticks, black peppercorns, and water in the pot. Cook on high pressure for 18 minutes. Release steam manually.
- For Stove Top: In a large pot, add the same ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer covered for about 30 minutes until apples are soft. Let steep off heat for an additional 10 minutes.
- Strain the tea using a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher or jar.
- Cool completely before storing or serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use organic apples for better flavor and health benefits. Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of brown sugar. Enhance your tea with spices like cloves or star anise for added complexity.