Jul 14 2026
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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 kettle, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Steep the Tea

    Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat. Add 4 tsp of loose leaf tea or 4 tea bags to the water. Cover and let it steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on how strong you like your tea.

  3. 3

    Strain the Tea

    If you used loose leaf tea, strain the tea into a teapot or directly into cups to remove the leaves. If you used tea bags, simply remove them.

Serving the Tea

  1. 4

    Add Sweeteners and Flavorings

    Taste the tea and add sugar or honey to your desired sweetness. If you like, add a slice of lemon, a splash of milk, or fresh mint leaves for added flavor.

  2. 5

    Serve

    Pour the tea into cups and enjoy while hot. Adjust any add-ins to your preference.

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