Japanese Sencha Recipe

Time10m

Serves2

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Ingredients

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1
Boil the Water
In a kettle, bring 1 cup of fresh, filtered water to a boil.
2
Measure the Tea Leaves
While the water is boiling, measure 2 teaspoons of Sencha green tea leaves and place them in a teapot or a tea infuser.
3
Pour the Water
Once the water reaches a boil, remove it from heat and let it cool for about 30 seconds. Then, pour the hot water over the tea leaves in the teapot or infuser.
4
Steep the Tea
Allow the tea to steep for 2-3 minutes. Adjust the steeping time to your preference; longer steeping will result in a stronger flavor.
5
Strain and Serve
After steeping, strain the tea into cups. If using a tea infuser, simply remove it from the teapot.

6
Add Sweetener and Garnish
If desired, add 1 teaspoon of honey to each cup for sweetness. You can also add a slice of lemon for a refreshing twist.