Description
Dried lime tea, also known as loomi tea, is a warm, citrusy beverage made by simmering sun-dried limes. It’s soothing, slightly smoky, and perfect for cold days or aiding digestion.
Ingredients
- Dried Limes (Loomi): 2 whole, slightly cracked
- Water: 3 cups
- Honey or Sugar (Optional): 1–2 teaspoons
- Cinnamon Stick (Optional): 1 stick
Instructions
- Slightly crack open the dried limes to help release flavor.
- Place cracked limes in a saucepan with water. Add the cinnamon stick if using.
- Simmer gently over medium-low heat for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Press limes gently with a spoon while simmering to extract more essence.
- Remove from heat and allow to steep for 5 more minutes.
- Strain the tea into mugs or a teapot. Sweeten with honey or sugar if desired.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
- Cracking the dried limes before simmering intensifies the flavor.
- Steeping after simmering gives a smoother taste.
- Add cardamom, cloves, or ginger for spice variations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 15
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg