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Perfect Green Tea recipe
A simple cup of green tea brewed at the right temperature, drunk plain or with honey and lemon.
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Serves1 servingPrep2 min
Ingredients
- 1 green tea bag or 1 tsp loose green tea leaves
- 1 cup water (240 ml)
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
- 1 slice of lemon (optional)
- 1 small mint sprig (optional)
- 1 small cardamom pod, lightly crushed (optional)
- Ice cubes, for iced green tea (optional)
Method
- Bring the water to a boil, then let it stand for 2 to 3 minutes so it is just below boiling.
- Place the tea bag or leaves in a cup.
- Pour the hot water over the tea.
- Cover the cup and steep for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Remove the tea bag or strain out the leaves.
- Add honey, lemon or mint if you like and serve hot.
Good to know: Do not steep for longer than 3 minutes and do not use fully boiling water, as both make the tea bitter.