Wedang Jahe (Indonesian Ginger Tea)

Ingredients

• 100g (3.5 oz) fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced or lightly crushed
• 1000ml (4 cups) water
• 100g (3.5 oz) palm sugar (gula aren/gula jawa), shaved or finely chopped
• 0.5g (1/8 tsp) freshly ground black pepper

Method

1. 1Peel and rinse 100g (3.5 oz) ginger, then thinly slice or lightly crush it to help release the juices.
2. 2Add the ginger and 1000ml (4 cups) water to a saucepan and bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
3. 3Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 12 minutes (12 minutes), until the liquid is fragrant and lightly golden.
4. 4Add 100g (3.5 oz) palm sugar and stir until fully dissolved, simmering 3 minutes (3 minutes) more.
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