Quince: The Nordic Superfood & Your Cold's Worst Enemy
Whip up this easy & quick vegan, paleo, dairy-free & refined sugar-free quince tea—it's a Nordic superfood delight that mirrors the flavors of pineapples, lemons, and vanilla! Perfect for a cold remedy boost during chilly weather. And don't miss our handy ice cube trick for added convenience!
Hey there, chilly souls!
Ready to cozy up with a Nordic superfood that'll knock your socks off? Enter: the Japanese quince, or as we lovingly call it in Estonia, "ebaküdoonia." Don't let the name fool you; this little wonder packs a punch reminiscent of pineapples, lemons, and a hint of vanilla. It's like a tropical vacation in a cup, minus the palm trees.
Now, you might be wondering, "Why haven't I heard of this magical fruit?" Well, my friend, it's a bit of a Nordic secret, tucked away like a treasure waiting to be discovered. Even our wise grandparents knew its power, using it to fend off the seasonal sniffles and boost immunity like nobody's business.
But enough talk; let's get down to business – the recipe!
It has three primary medicinal uses:
Anti-inflammatory in joint and muscle problems;
Treat and cure seasonal respiratory illness - Yes, it’s perfect when you have a little cold (also, my other cold-weather drink recipe is here);
General tonic to stimulate health or recovery from illness.
Quince Tea: Nordic Superfood & Cold Weather Comfort Drink
(Paleo, Vegan, Dairy-Free)
Serves: 1 Total Time: 3 minutes
Nutritional Info (per serving):
Calories: 27 kcal
Protein: 0.1 g
Net Carbs: 7.3 g
Fat: 0 g
Ingredients:
1 tsp of Japanese quince (grated very thinly)
1 tsp honey (agave or maple syrup for our vegan friends)
1 cup of water
Instructions:
Mix all the ingredients with the finesse of a Nordic chef.
Dive into the warmth and comfort of your fall drink.
Tip: Grate the quince very thinly (or use the food processor). Secondly, Put the mixture into ICE CUBEmoldsand straight into the freezer for wintertime. Therefore, every time you make the tea, add one quince ice cube into the hot water.
Enjoy it with the picnic in the forest! ;)
