Jul 09 2026

Hot Tea Recipe

Time8m
Serves2

Make Hot Tea Recipe in just 8m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Hot Tea

Method

Brew

  1. 1

    Pour 500 ml of water into a kettle and bring to a rolling boil.

  2. 2

    Place 2 tsp loose black tea leaves into a teapot, infuser, or cup.

  3. 3

    Pour the boiling water over the tea leaves and allow to steep for 3-5 minutes depending on desired strength.

  4. 4

    Carefully remove the tea leaves or infuser from the cup or pot.

Sweeten and finish

  1. 5

    If desired, stir in 1 tsp sugar until dissolved.

  2. 6

    Stir in 2 tbsp milk to achieve desired creaminess.

Serve

  1. 7

    Pour the tea into cups and serve immediately while hot.

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