Classic Moroccan Mint Tea Recipe

Name: Classic Moroccan Mint Tea
Prep time: 2 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 12 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: Green Tea Leaves; Spearmint; Boiling Water; 2-4 tablespoons sugar (adjust to taste)

Experience the vibrant flavors of Morocco with this authentic mint tea recipe! Steeped green tea and fresh spearmint leaves create a refreshing and aromatic beverage, traditionally served hot in elegant glasses. Perfect for a midday pick-me-up or an after-dinner treat, this recipe makes a small pot (approximately 6 glasses) – easily scalable for larger gatherings. Learn how to make this iconic Moroccan drink, a true taste of hospitality!

Prep Time 2 mins

Cook Time 10 mins

Calories 96.8 kcal

Protein 0g

Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Classic Moroccan Mint Tea

Green Tea Leaves
Spearmint
Boiling Water
2-4 tablespoons sugar (adjust to taste)

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How to Make Classic Moroccan Mint Tea

Boil 1 liter (4 cups) of water.
Rinse a small teapot (approximately 0.5 liter capacity) with 1/4 cup of the hot water; discard the water.
Add 1 tablespoon of loose leaf green tea to the teapot. Add another 1/4 cup of boiling water.
Gently swirl the teapot to rinse the tea leaves; discard the water.
Add 1/2 cup packed fresh spearmint leaves (or 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon spearmint extract) and 2-4 tablespoons of sugar (adjust to taste) to the teapot.
Fill the teapot with 500ml (2 cups) of the boiling water.
Let the tea steep for 5 minutes.
Gently stir the tea before pouring.
Pour into small tea glasses and serve immediately.