Green Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Add-ins
Method
Brewing the Tea
- 1
Boil the Water
In a kettle, bring 2 cups of fresh water to a boil. Make sure not to overboil, as this can affect the flavor of the green tea.
- 2
Add Green Tea Leaves
Once the water has reached a rolling boil, remove it from heat and let it cool for about 30 seconds. Then, add 2 teaspoons of green tea leaves to the hot water.
- 3
Steep
Cover the kettle and let the green tea steep for about 2 to 3 minutes. Steeping longer can make the tea bitter.
- 4
Strain the Tea
After steeping, strain the tea into a cup using a fine mesh strainer or tea infuser to remove the leaves.
Flavoring (Optional)
- 5
Add Honey
If desired, stir in 1 teaspoon of honey for sweetness.
- 6
Add Lemon Juice
For a zesty flavor, add 1 teaspoon of lemon juice and stir well.
- 7
Garnish with Mint
For a refreshing touch, add 3 mint leaves to the cup as a garnish.
