Jul 17 2026

Tea Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

Make Tea Recipe in just 10m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Tea Ingredients

Method

Tea Preparation

  1. 1

    Boil Water

    In a kettle or pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.

  2. 2

    Add Tea

    Once the water is boiling, add the tea leaves or tea bags to the water.

  3. 3

    Steep

    Remove from heat and let the tea steep for 3-5 minutes, depending on your desired strength.

  4. 4

    Sweeten

    Stir in sugar or honey to taste, and add milk or lemon if desired.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Pour the tea into a cup and enjoy your freshly brewed tea.

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