Green Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Boil the Water
In a kettle, bring 1 cup of water to a boil. It is best to use fresh, cold water for the best flavor.
- 2
Add Tea Leaves or Tea Bag
Once the water reaches a rolling boil, remove it from heat and add 2 teaspoons of green tea leaves or 1 tea bag.
- 3
Steep the Tea
Allow the tea to steep for 2-3 minutes. Steeping for too long may result in a bitter taste.
- 4
Strain or Remove Tea Bag
If using loose tea leaves, strain the tea into a cup. If using a tea bag, simply remove the bag from the cup.
- 5
Add Optional Ingredients
If desired, stir in 1 teaspoon of honey and/or 1 teaspoon of lemon juice to enhance the flavor.
- 6
Serve
Enjoy your freshly brewed cup of green tea while it is warm.