Jul 17 2026

Hot Tea Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

Make Hot 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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Tea Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

  1. 1

    Boil the Water

    In a small pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add Tea

    Once the water is boiling, add the tea leaves or tea bag. Remove from heat.

  3. 3

    Steep the Tea

    Let the tea steep for about 5 minutes, depending on how strong you want it.

  4. 4

    Add Sweetener and Flavor

    Stir in honey and lemon juice for flavor. If desired, add milk for creaminess.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Pour the hot tea into a cup and enjoy while warm.

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