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How to Make Matcha 抹茶の立て方
Discover the art of matcha preparation and learn how to make an authentic cup of traditional Japanese matcha tea
Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings:
1
Calories:
12 kcal
Course:
Drinks
Cuisine:
Japanese
Ingredients
- 1 tsp matcha powder *1
- ¼ cup water 2, hot
Instructions
- Warm your tea bowl up by filling it with hot water and letting it sit for a moment.
- Discard the water and wipe the tea bowl with a clean kitchen towel.
- Sift the matcha powder of two heaps of a bamboo spoon (or one teaspoon) to the tea bowl.
- Heat fresh filtered water to boil.
- Transfer the boiled water to a pot lowering the temperature to optimal temperature around 175°F/80°C.
- Pour approximately 2 ounces (60-70ml) of hot water into the chawan over the matcha powder.
- Hold the handle of the whisk and whisk firmly but gently against the bottom of the bowl while using quick back-and-forth motions to create froth on top of the liquid surface.
- Once you've achieved a smooth consistency with froth on top, carefully lift your whisk from the bowl.
- Serve with a Japanese wagashi.
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Notes
- *1 see the above post choosing right matcha powder.
- *2 see the above post for optimal hot water temperature.
Nutrition Information
Calories
12kcal
(1%)
Protein
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
200IU
(4%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 12
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 12kcal | 1% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 200IU | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.