Ugandan Ginger Tea Recipe

Posted in response to requests for Ugandan food.

• Ready In: 8 mins
• Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 2  cups milk
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons  loose  black tea leaves
• 2  tablespoons sugar
• 1  inch  piece fresh ginger

Directions

1. Combine the milk, tea and sugar in a small saucepan and bring to a boil.
2. Wash a thumb-sized piece of fresh ginger. Pound until flat - juice should begin to ooze.
3. Add the ginger to the milk-tea mixture when it begins to boil.
4. Reduce the heat, letting it all simmer for 2-3 minutes.