Korean Honey Ginger Tea (Saenggangcha) Hot Pot

Prepare the ginger: Wash, peel (optional but recommended), and thinly slice the fresh ginger.

Simmer the ginger: In a medium saucepan, combine the sliced ginger and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20-30 minutes, or until the ginger flavor is well infused into the water. The water should reduce slightly.

Strain the tea: Strain the ginger tea through a fine-mesh strainer into a heat-safe bowl or pitcher, discarding the ginger slices.

Sweeten the tea: Stir in honey and brown sugar (if using) to the strained tea until dissolved. Adjust the sweetness to your liking.

Transfer to hot pot: Pour the sweetened ginger tea into the hot pot.

Keep warm: Turn on the hot pot to a low or medium setting to keep the tea warm throughout serving. Do not boil.

Serve: Ladle the warm ginger tea into teacups and garnish with pine nuts and thinly sliced jujubes (if using).

Enjoy!