Classic Moroccan Mint Tea is made by steeping green tea with spearmint leaves. Many families serve it more than once a day.
Moroccan tea pots vary in size, but a small pot typically holds about a half liter (six glasses) of tea, while a larger pot holds approximately a liter (12 glasses).
The measures below are for a small pot of tea and are approximates since tea leaves vary in quality and strength. Try a variety – not a brand – of green tea called Chinese Gunpowder.
The recipe reflects the fact that most Moroccans like their tea quite sweet. Adjust sugar to your personal taste.
Serves 2 to 4.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon Green Tea leaves
- 1 large handful fresh spearmint leaves, washed
- 1/2 liter (about 2 cups) boiling water
- 1/4 cup sugar
Preparation:
Boil at least a liter of water. Rinse a small tea pot with about 1/4 cup of the water.
Add the tea leaves and another 1/4 cup boiling water. Swirl the pot to wash and rinse the leaves, and pour out the water.
Add the mint leaves and the sugar, and fill the pot with 1/2 liter (about 2 cups) boiling water. Leave the tea to steep for five minutes or longer, or set the tea pot over medium-low heat and bring the tea to a simmer. Remove from the heat, and allow to steep several minutes more.
Gently stir the tea, pour into small tea glasses and serve.
