Jul 14 2026

Green Tea Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

Make 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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Main Ingredients

Optional Additions

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Boil the Water

    In a kettle or saucepan, bring 1 cup of fresh water to a boil. Make sure to use filtered water for the best flavor.

  2. 2

    Measure the Tea Leaves

    While the water is boiling, measure 2 teaspoons of green tea leaves and place them in a teapot or heatproof cup.

Brewing

  1. 3

    Pour the Water

    Once the water has reached a boil, remove it from the heat and let it cool for about 30 seconds to 1 minute. Then, pour the hot water over the green tea leaves.

  2. 4

    Steep the Tea

    Allow the tea to steep for 2 to 3 minutes. This will extract the flavors and antioxidants from the leaves without making it bitter.

Serving

  1. 5

    Strain the Tea

    After steeping, strain the tea leaves using a fine mesh strainer into another cup or teapot.

  2. 6

    Add Optional Ingredients

    If desired, add 1 teaspoon of honey, a splash of lemon juice, or a few mint leaves for extra flavor. Stir gently to combine.

  3. 7

    Enjoy

    Serve the green tea hot or cold, and enjoy its refreshing taste and numerous health benefits.

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