Mem Tea Recipe
Make Mem 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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Tea Base
Herbal Additives
Sweeteners
Garnish
Method
Preparing the Tea
- 1
- 2
Steep Tea Leaves
Once the water is boiling, remove it from the heat. Add the green tea leaves and black tea leaves to the hot water. Let it steep for 4-5 minutes.
- 3
Strain the Tea
After steeping, strain the tea leaves using a fine mesh strainer into a teapot or large cup.
Adding Flavors
- 4
Add Herbal Ingredients
While the tea is still warm, add the fresh mint leaves, grated fresh ginger, and lemon juice to the strained tea. Stir gently.
- 5
Sweeten the Tea
Add honey and agave syrup to the mixture. Stir until fully dissolved.
Serving
- 6
Garnish and Serve
Pour the tea into cups, garnishing each with a lemon slice and a mint sprig. Serve warm or chilled over ice.