Moroccan Mint Tea
This traditional Moroccan mint tea is a refreshing and aromatic beverage, perfect for any time of day. Brewed with green tea, fresh mint, and a touch of sweetness, it offers a warm and invigorating experience. Enjoy it hot, as is customary, or chilled for a cool treat.
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- Temps total
- 15 min
- Racions
- 4
- Dificultat
- Fàcil
- Per ració
- 33 kcal
Preparació prèvia
Llista d’ingredients
- 1.000 mlwater
- 2 csgreen tea, gunpowder style recommended
- 30 gfresh mint, rinsed
- 2 csgranulated sugar(opcional)
Estris
tea glasses · teapot · saucepan
Elaboració
Pas a pas
- 1
Bring water to a boil in a teapot or small saucepan.
Uns 5 min
- 2
Once boiling, add the green tea to the teapot.
- 3
Allow the tea to steep for about 1 minute, then pour out a small amount of tea into a glass and discard it. This 'washes' the tea leaves.
Uns 1 min
Nota de cuina: This step is crucial for removing any bitterness from the tea.
- 4
Add the fresh mint and granulated sugar (if using) to the teapot.
Nota de cuina: Adjust sugar to your preference; traditional Moroccan tea is quite sweet.
- 5
Return the teapot to low heat and let it simmer gently for 3-5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld without boiling vigorously.
Uns 5 min
Nota de cuina: Do not let the tea boil too hard once the mint is added, or it might lose its freshness.
- 6
Carefully stir the tea and pour it into traditional Moroccan tea glasses or heatproof mugs from a height to create a frothy top.
Nota de cuina: Pouring from a height helps aerate the tea and cool it slightly.
Per ració
Nutrició
- Calories
- 32,5kcal
- Proteïnes
- 0,3g
- Hidrats de carboni
- 8,1g
- Greixos
- 0,1g
- Fibra
- 0,5g
- Sucre
- 7,5g
Estimació basada en les quantitats dels ingredients. Els valors poden variar segons les marques i les substitucions.
Conservació
Store leftover mint tea in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Gently reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave until warm.