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Gol Gav Zaban (Borage Tea)

A cup of Gol Gav Zaban, also known as borage tea, is a soothing beverage that has anti-inflammatory properties. Easily learn how to steep your own Gol Gav Zaban the way my mom taught me.
Prep Time0 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Steeping Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Persian
Diet: Gluten Free, Kosher, Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 1
Calories: 24kcal
Author: Candice Walker

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp borage dried flowers
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tsp nabat or sugar, optional
  • 1 wedge lemon optional
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Instructions

  • Bring your water to boil, 212 Farenheit or 100 Celsius.
  • Steep the dried borage flowers for 5-10 minutes, covered.
  • Serve immediately with nabot or sugar and a slice of lemon.

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Notes

Borage is easy to grow and you can dry the flowers spread out on a wire rack or paper towel.
Borage is used to relieve bronchitis, chest colds, flu, inflammation, rhumatoid arthiritis, and even relieve stress and some PMS symptoms. It is cleansing and detoxifying. Read more about borage on WebMD.

Nutrition

Calories: 24kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 13mg | Potassium: 31mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 92IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 0.1mg
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