Moroccan Mint Tea
Serves 6
Time 15 min
Combine green tea, mint leaves and a hearty dose of sugar to make this traditional Moroccan beverage. It's inspired by our Whole Planet Foundation® microcredit client recipes.
Special Diets:
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons loose green tea leaves or 5 green tea bags
- 1 bunch fresh spearmint leaves, plus extra for garnish
- 1/3 cup sugar or 1/4 cup agave nectar, plus more to taste
Method
Bring 8 cups water to a boil in a large pot over high heat.
Turn off water and add tea. Cover and steep 4 to 5 minutes.
Add mint to the pot. Cover and steep 5 minutes more.
Add sugar and stir to combine. Strain and serve.
Garnish with a mint sprig.
To serve chilled, allow the tea to reach room temperature, then transfer to a pitcher, cover and refrigerate until cold. Serve in a tall glass with ice and a mint sprig for garnish.
Nutritional Info:
Per serving: about 1 cup, 15 calories (0 from fat), 0g total fat, 0g saturated fat, 0mg cholesterol, 15mg sodium, 3g carbohydrates (1g dietary fiber, 1g sugar), 0g protein.
Note: We've provided special diet and nutritional information for educational purposes. But remember - we're cooks, not doctors! You should follow the advice of your health-care provider. And since product formulations change, check product labels for the most recent ingredient information.
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons loose green tea leaves or 5 green tea bags
- 1 bunch fresh spearmint leaves, plus extra for garnish
- 1/3 cup sugar or 1/4 cup agave nectar, plus more to taste