Moroccan Mint Tea
A traditional Moroccan mint tea recipe, perfect for serving guests or enjoying a moment of relaxation.
15m4Servings
Nutrition
56kcal
0gProtein
14gCarbs
0gFat
Ingredients
Gunpowder Tea
3 tbsp
Fresh Mint
1 whole bunch
White Sugar
4½ tbsp
Instructions
1Prepare the Tea
2m
2mAdd Tea Leaves
Add 3 tablespoons of gunpowder tea to the teapot.
Rinse Tea Leaves
Pour hot water over the tea leaves to rinse them, then discard the water. This step helps to remove any dust or bitterness.
Add Sugar and Mint
Add 4-5 tablespoons of sugar (adjust to taste) and one whole bunch of fresh mint to the teapot.
2Brew the Tea
5m
5mAdd Boiling Water
Fill the teapot with boiling water, leaving some room at the top for the mint to expand.
Steep the Tea
Close the teapot and let it steep for about 5 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld together.
Shake the Pot
Gently shake the teapot for about 20-30 seconds to help infuse the mint and sugar. Do not stir or shake vigorously.
3Serve the Tea
8m
8mPour the Tea
Pour the tea from a height into small glasses, filling them about three-quarters full. This aerates the tea and creates a frothy head.
Add Fresh Mint (Optional)
For an extra burst of freshness, add a few fresh mint leaves to each glass before pouring the tea.
Enjoy
Serve the hot Moroccan mint tea immediately and enjoy its refreshing and sweet flavor.
Tips
The amount of sugar can be adjusted to your personal preference. Moroccan tea is traditionally quite sweet.
Using fresh, vibrant mint leaves is key to achieving the authentic flavor.
Pouring the tea from a height is a traditional technique that helps to aerate the tea and create a desirable frothy head.
If you prefer a less bitter tea, ensure you rinse the gunpowder tea leaves with hot water before brewing.