Emeril Lagasse's Moroccan Mint Tea
Immerse yourself in the vibrant, aromatic world of Moroccan tradition with Emeril Lagasse's Moroccan Mint Tea—an elegant yet simple recipe that transforms four basic ingredients into a soulful, refreshing drink. This distinctive tea combines the bold, smoky notes of green tea or Chinese gunpowder tea with the lively freshness of mint leaves, balanced perfectly with just the right amount of sweetness. Prepared in under 15 minutes, this tea is steeped to perfection and traditionally aerated for a frothy finish, creating a sensory experience that's as delightful to the eyes as it is to the palate. Perfect for cozy gatherings or an exotic touch to your tea ritual, this authentic Moroccan-style brew is a must-try for tea enthusiasts.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Green tea leaves or loose-leaf Chinese gunpowder tea
- 1 cup Fresh mint leaves
- 0.25 cup Sugar
- 4 cups Boiling water
Directions
Step 1
In a teapot, add 2 tablespoons of green tea leaves or loose-leaf Chinese gunpowder tea.
Step 2
Pour about 1/2 cup of boiling water into the teapot and swirl it around for 30 seconds to rinse the tea leaves. Carefully discard the water, leaving the rinsed tea leaves in the pot.
Step 3
Add 1 cup of fresh mint leaves to the teapot, pressing them down slightly with a wooden spoon to release their flavor.
Step 4
Add 1/4 cup of sugar (or adjust to taste) to the teapot.
Step 5
Pour 4 cups of boiling water over the tea leaves, mint, and sugar in the pot.
Step 6
Gently stir to dissolve the sugar but try to avoid over-agitating the tea leaves.
Step 7
Let the tea steep for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Step 8
Traditionally, Moroccan tea is aerated by pouring it from a height into glasses. Carefully pour the tea into serving glasses from a height of about 12–18 inches to create a frothy top.
Step 9
Serve immediately while hot and enjoy your aromatic Moroccan mint tea!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1255.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 350.5 |
| Total Fat 2.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 25.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 84.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 20g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 62.4g | |
| Protein 12.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 750.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 22.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1576mg | 0% |
Source of Calories