Moroccan Mint Tea

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1. 1

   Bring water to a boil in a teapot or small saucepan.

   Ongeveer 5 min

2. 2

   Once boiling, add the green tea to the teapot.

3. 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.

   Ongeveer 1 min

   Tip van de kok: This step is crucial for removing any bitterness from the tea.

4. 4

   Add the fresh mint and granulated sugar (if using) to the teapot.

   Tip van de kok: Adjust sugar to your preference; traditional Moroccan tea is quite sweet.

5. 5

   Return the teapot to low heat and let it simmer gently for 3-5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld without boiling vigorously.

   Ongeveer 5 min

   Tip van de kok: Do not let the tea boil too hard once the mint is added, or it might lose its freshness.

6. 6

   Carefully stir the tea and pour it into traditional Moroccan tea glasses or heatproof mugs from a height to create a frothy top.

   Tip van de kok: Pouring from a height helps aerate the tea and cool it slightly.