Tsheringma Tea

Name: Tsheringma Tea
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 7 min
Total time: 12 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Bhutanese
Ingredients: 2 tbsp dried tsheringma leaves (or chamomile as substitute); 4 cups boiling water; Honey to taste (optional)

Tsheringma Ngaja (tsheh-ring-mah ngah-jah)

Herbal Mountain Tea

⏱ Prep Time 5 min

📈 Difficulty Easy

👥 Servings

A fragrant herbal infusion made from wild tsheringma leaves foraged in Bhutan's highlands, prized for its delicate floral notes and calming properties.

Nutrition & Info

Carbs 1.0g

Dietary

vegetarian vegan dairy-free gluten-free nut-free

Equipment Needed

teapot strainer cups

Presentation Guide

Vessel: ceramic tea bowl

Garnishes: honey dipper

Accompaniments: zow

Instructions

1
Bring water to a full boil.
2
Place dried tsheringma leaves in a teapot.
3
Pour boiling water over the leaves and cover.
4
Steep for 5-7 minutes.
5
Strain into cups and add honey if desired.
6
Serve warm as a calming afternoon or post-meal beverage.

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Did You Know?

Tsheringma is named after Tsheringma, one of the five sister goddesses of long life in Bhutanese Buddhist mythology.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

teapot
strainer
cups

Garnishing

honey dipper

Accompaniments

zow

The Story Behind Tsheringma Tea

Wild tsheringma has been foraged from Bhutan's mountain meadows for centuries by traditional medicine practitioners. It is one of many plants in the Bhutanese pharmacopeia used both as a beverage and a mild remedy, reflecting the deep connection between food and medicine in Bhutanese culture.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed afternoon or after meals 📜 Origins: Traditional medicinal

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