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 Ingredients

Method

Tea Preparation

  1. 1

    Boil the Water

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

  2. 2

    Add Tea

    Once the water is boiling, add 4 teaspoons of tea leaves or 4 tea bags to the water.

  3. 3

    Steep the Tea

    Remove the kettle from heat and let the tea steep for about 3-5 minutes, depending on how strong you like your tea.

  4. 4

    Add Sugar

    After steeping, stir in 2 tablespoons of sugar until fully dissolved. Adjust sweetness to taste.

  5. 5

    Add Milk or Lemon (Optional)

    If desired, add 1 cup of milk for a creamy tea or add lemon slices for a refreshing twist.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Pour the tea into cups and enjoy hot. Add more sugar or lemon as desired.

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