Jul 14 2026

Tea Recipe

Time15m
Serves4

Make Tea Recipe in just 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Tea Base

Optional Add-Ins

Method

Brewing the Tea

  1. 1

    Boil the Water

    In a medium-sized pot, bring 4 cups of fresh water to a rolling boil over high heat.

  2. 2

    Add Tea Leaves

    Once the water is boiling, add 4 tablespoons of loose leaf black tea to the pot.

  3. 3

    Steep the Tea

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

  4. 4

    Strain the Tea

    After steeping, use a fine mesh strainer to pour the tea into a teapot or directly into cups, leaving the tea leaves behind.

Adding Optional Ingredients

  1. 5

    Add Milk (Optional)

    If desired, pour 1 cup of milk into the brewed tea and stir until well combined.

  2. 6

    Sweeten to Taste

    Add 2 tablespoons of sugar or honey to the tea, stirring until dissolved. Adjust sweetness according to your preference.

  3. 7

    Garnish with Lemon or Cinnamon (Optional)

    For additional flavor, add a slice of lemon or a cinnamon stick to your cup of tea before serving.

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