Jul 13 2026

Hot Tea Recipe

Time10m
Serves2

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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Brewed Tea

Method

Brewing the Tea

  1. 1

    Boil the Water

    In a kettle, bring 4 cups of fresh water to a rolling boil.

  2. 2

    Add Tea

    Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 4 teaspoons of loose leaf tea or drop in tea bags. If using tea bags, make sure they are submerged in the water.

  3. 3

    Steep the Tea

    Allow the tea to steep for 5-7 minutes depending on your taste preference. The longer it steeps, the stronger the flavor.

  4. 4

    Strain or Remove Tea Bags

    If using loose leaf tea, strain the tea into a cup or teapot. If using tea bags, simply remove them from the water.

  5. 5

    Add Sweeteners and Flavor

    If desired, add honey to sweeten your tea. You can also add a slice of lemon for additional flavor.

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