Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsIchiban Hibachi & SushiJapanese Green Tea Recipe

Japanese Green Tea Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

Make Japanese Green 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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Ingredients

Method

Directions

  1. 1

    Boil the Water

    In a small pot, bring 1 cup of fresh water to a boil. Use filtered water for the best taste.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Tea Leaves

    While the water is boiling, measure out 2 teaspoons of Japanese green tea leaves. You may use a tea infuser or directly in the cup.

  3. 3

    Steep the Tea

    Once the water reaches a boil, remove it from heat and let it cool for about 1-2 minutes. Pour the hot water over the tea leaves and let it steep for about 2-3 minutes. Do not steep longer than 3 minutes to avoid bitterness.

  4. 4

    Strain the Tea

    If you used loose tea leaves, strain the tea into a cup. If you used an infuser, simply remove it from the cup.

  5. 5

    Add Optional Ingredients

    If desired, add 1 teaspoon of honey for sweetness and a slice of lemon for a refreshing twist.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Enjoy your freshly brewed Japanese green tea while it's warm.

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