Spiced Moroccan Mint Tea

Hot Drink Recipe: Spiced Moroccan Mint Tea

Ingredients:

• 1 liter water
• 2 tablespoons loose green tea or 2 green tea bags
• A handful of fresh mint leaves (preferably spearmint)
• 2–3 tablespoons sugar (adjust to taste)
• A small piece of cinnamon stick or a pinch of ground cinnamon (optional)
• A few whole cloves (optional)

Instructions:

1. Boil Water:

   • Bring 1 liter of water to a boil in a kettle or pot.

2. Prepare the Tea:

   • Place the green tea in a teapot.
   • Add a small amount of boiling water, swirl to rinse the tea, then discard this water.

3. Add Mint and Spices:

   • Add fresh mint leaves, cinnamon stick, and cloves to the teapot.
   • Pour the remaining boiling water into the teapot.

4. Sweeten the Tea:

   • Stir in sugar to taste, or serve with sugar on the side for individual sweetness preferences.

5. Brew:

   • Cover and let the tea steep for 3–5 minutes.

6. Serve:

   • Pour the tea into small glasses, holding the teapot high to create a frothy layer on top (optional for tradition).

Serving Tip:

Enjoy the tea hot as a warming drink, perfect for cold days or as a soothing beverage with snacks.

Sahha wa raha! 🌿