Jul 13 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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Hot Tea Ingredients

Method

Hot Tea Preparation

  1. 1

    Boil the Water

    In a medium-sized pot, bring 2 cups of water to a rolling boil over high heat.

  2. 2

    Add Tea

    Once the water has boiled, remove it from heat and add 2 teaspoons of tea leaves or 2 tea bags. Stir gently to ensure they are fully submerged.

  3. 3

    Steep the Tea

    Cover the pot and let the tea steep for about 3-5 minutes, depending on how strong you prefer your tea.

  4. 4

    Strain or Remove Tea Bags

    If using loose tea leaves, strain the tea into a cup using a fine mesh strainer. If using tea bags, simply remove them from the pot.

  5. 5

    Add Sweetener and Lemon

    If desired, add 1 tablespoon of honey for sweetness and a slice of lemon for flavor. Stir well to combine.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Pour the hot tea into a mug and enjoy warm. Adjust honey and lemon to taste.

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