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Moroccan Mint Tea
Transport yourself to the vibrant streets of Morocco with this refreshing tea recipe. Infused with bold and invigorating flavors, this drink combines the earthy notes of mint with a hint of sweetness, creating a perfect balance of taste and aroma.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 50 kcal
Course:
Drinks
Cuisine:
Moroccan
Ingredients
- 1 L water
- 4 tbsp green tea leaves
- 4 tbsp mint leaves
- 4 tbsp sugar adjust to taste
Instructions
- In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and add the loose green tea leaves.
- Steep the tea for 3-5 minutes, depending on desired strength.
- Strain the tea into a teapot, discarding the tea leaves.
- Stir in the fresh mint leaves and sugar until the sugar is dissolved.
- Allow the tea to steep with the mint leaves for another 3-5 minutes.
- Pour the Moroccan Mint Tea into cups and serve hot.
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Notes
- For a stronger mint flavor, bruise the mint leaves slightly before adding them to the tea.
- Adjust the amount of sugar according to your preference, or substitute with honey for a natural sweetener.
- Traditionally, Moroccan Mint Tea is served in small glasses, often accompanied by sweet pastries or snacks.
- Nutritional facts:
- The provision of nutritional information is done so merely as a courtesy and should not be taken as a guarantee.
Nutrition Information
Calories
50kcal
(3%)
Carbohydrates
13g
(4%)
Protein
0.2g
(0%)
Fat
0.1g
(0%)
Saturated Fat
0.01g
(0%)
Sodium
14mg
(1%)
Potassium
29mg
(1%)
Fiber
0.4g
(2%)
Sugar
12g
(24%)
Vitamin A
212IU
(4%)
Vitamin C
2mg
(2%)
Calcium
20mg
(2%)
Iron
0.3mg
(2%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 50
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 50kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 0.2g | 0% |
| Fat | 0.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.01g | 0% |
| Sodium | 14mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 29mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 2% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 212IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.