Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsThe Full BowlTea Recipe

Tea Recipe

Inspired by The Full Bowl
Time15m
Serves4

Make Tea Recipe in just 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Optional Add-ins

Method

Brewing the Tea

  1. 1

    Boil Water

    In a pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over high heat.

  2. 2

    Add Tea

    Once the water is boiling, remove the pot from heat and add 4 tablespoons of tea leaves or the equivalent number of tea bags.

  3. 3

    Steep

    Allow the tea to steep for 5-7 minutes. For a stronger flavor, steep longer.

  4. 4

    Strain

    If using loose tea, strain the leaves using a fine mesh sieve or remove the tea bags.

Serving the Tea

  1. 5

    Sweeten

    Add sugar or honey to taste if desired, stirring well until dissolved.

  2. 6

    Add Milk or Lemon

    Pour in milk if you prefer a creamy tea, or add a slice of lemon for a citrusy touch.

  3. 7

    Garnish

    For an aromatic touch, add fresh mint leaves to the cup.

  4. 8

    Serve

    Pour the tea into cups and serve hot.

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