Moroccan Mint Tea: Refreshing Moroccan Green Tea With Mint
A traditional Moroccan beverage made with gunpowder green tea, fresh mint leaves, and sugar. This sweet, aromatic tea is a symbol of hospitality and culture in Morocco, perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- Teapot (berrad or heat-resistant teapot)
- Small glasses
- Kettle
- Spoon
Ingredients
- 2 tsp gunpowder green tea leaves
- 3 cups water fresh, filtered
- 1 large handful fresh mint leaves preferably spearmint
- 2-3 tbsp sugar adjust to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the tea leaves: Place tea leaves in the teapot, add a small amount of hot water, swirl, and pour out to remove bitterness.
- Brew the green tea: Add 3 cups boiling water to the rinsed tea leaves. Steep for 2-3 minutes.
- Add fresh mint and sugar: Add a generous handful of mint leaves and 2-3 tablespoons sugar to the teapot. Stir gently to dissolve sugar and release mint aroma.
- Let it infuse: Allow the tea to infuse for another 3-5 minutes, depending on desired mint strength.
- Pour and serve: Pour tea from a height into small glasses to aerate and create a frothy layer. Repeat pouring a few times to mix flavors evenly.
Notes
For a more authentic flavor, use spearmint and a traditional Moroccan teapot. Adjust sugar to taste. Try adding lemon verbena or orange blossom water for a twist.
Nutrition
Calories: 40kcalCarbohydrates: 10gSodium: 2mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 9gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg
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