Imagine transporting yourself to the vibrant streets of Morocco with just one magical brew! This Sweet Moroccan Mint Tea isn't just a drink—it's a sensory journey that will tantalize your taste buds and warm your soul. Steeped in centuries of tradition and bursting with aromatic mint and delicate green tea, this recipe promises to transform your ordinary tea time into an extraordinary cultural experience that will leave you craving more.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: Moroccan
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- 4 green tea bags
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1/2 cup sugar
- Optional: additional mint for garnish
Instructions
- Boil 4 cups of fresh water in a clean tea kettle or saucepan over medium-high heat until it reaches a rolling boil.
- Remove the boiling water from heat and allow it to cool slightly for 1-2 minutes to prevent burning the delicate green tea leaves.
- Place the green tea bags into a traditional Moroccan tea pot or a large heat-resistant pitcher.
- Gently pour the hot water over the tea bags, ensuring they are fully submerged.
- Let the tea steep for 2-3 minutes, allowing the green tea to release its subtle flavors without becoming bitter.
- Remove and discard the tea bags carefully.
- Add the sugar to the hot tea and stir thoroughly until completely dissolved, creating a sweet base.
- Wash the fresh mint leaves and gently crush them between your hands to release their aromatic oils.
- Add the crushed mint leaves directly into the tea, stirring to distribute them evenly.
- Allow the tea to steep with the mint leaves for an additional 3-5 minutes to infuse the refreshing mint flavor.
- Strain the tea into traditional Moroccan tea glasses or regular serving cups.
- Optionally, garnish each glass with a fresh mint sprig for additional aroma and visual appeal.
- Serve immediately while hot, traditionally poured from a height to create a frothy top and mix the flavors.
Tips
- Water Temperature Matters: Allow boiled water to cool slightly (1-2 minutes) to prevent burning the delicate green tea leaves, ensuring a smooth, non-bitter flavor.
- Fresh Mint is Key: Use fresh mint leaves and gently crush them to release maximum aromatic oils, which dramatically enhance the tea's flavor profile.
- Steeping Technique: Don't over-steep your green tea—2-3 minutes is the sweet spot for optimal taste without bitterness.
- Presentation Counts: Pour the tea from a height, as traditionally done in Morocco, to create a beautiful frothy top and mix flavors thoroughly.
- Sweetness Level: Adjust sugar to your preference, but remember that traditional Moroccan mint tea is typically quite sweet.
- Serving Suggestion: Use clear glasses or traditional Moroccan tea glasses to showcase the beautiful color and mint leaves.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 40kcal
Carbohydrates: 10g
Protein: 0g
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
