Immerse yourself in the aromatic world of Moroccan tea, a cherished cultural treasure enjoyed in homes and cafes across Morocco and beyond. As you embark on a culinary journey, discover the authentic flavors and captivating traditions surrounding this unique beverage. From the selection of premium tea leaves to the intricate process of preparation, unravel the secrets behind the perfect cup of Moroccan tea. Let your senses awaken as you explore the vibrant flavors, the enticing aromas, and the captivating history of this timeless tradition.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
MOROCCAN MINT TEA
You can barely take a step in the markets of Marrakech without tripping over fresh mint, or at least without being offered a glass of hot, sweet mint tea. Be sure to lift the teapot high above the cup while pouring; Moroccans appreciate the way this aerates the tea (and they always pour with great panache).
Categories Tea Hot Drink Non-Alcoholic Mint Gourmet Drink
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Put tea in teapot and pour in 1 cup boiling water, then swirl gently to warm pot and rinse tea. Strain out and discard water, reserving tea leaves in pot.
- Add remaining 4 cups boiling water to tea and let steep 2 minutes. Stir in sugar (to taste) and mint sprigs and steep 3 to 4 minutes more. Serve in small heatproof glasses.
MOROCCAN MINT TEA
Steps:
- Boil water. Pour a small amount in teapot and swish around to warm the pot. Combine the mint and green tea and sugar in the teapot, then fill it with the rest of the hot water. Let tea brew, stirring the leaves once or twice, for 3 minutes. Pour tea through a tea strainer into glass teacups to serve. Garnish with remaining 4 sprigs of mint.
MOROCCAN ICED MINT TEA
Will use this one to begin using the variegated peppermint waking up in my mint bed. Will have to try with spearmint & lime mint as the summer progresses. Received via email.
Provided by Busters friend
Categories Beverages
Time 10m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Finely chop one cup of the mint leaves.
- Place the chopped mint leaves into a 3-quart teapot or heat-resistant pitcher. Add the tea leaves and sugar. Pour the boiling water over the leaves, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Set aside to steep for five minutes.
- Strain the infused liquid into another pitcher. (Discarded leaves can be used for garden mulch.) Stir in the whole mint leaves, then cover and refrigerate until chilled, or overnight. Place several ice cubes into tall glasses and pour the minted tea, along with a few mint leaves, over the ice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 38.2, Fat 0.1, Sodium 9, Carbohydrate 9.6, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 8.3, Protein 0.3
MOROCCAN ORANGE BLOSSOM TEA RECIPE
If you're fortunate enough to be able to get fresh orange blossoms, try this fragrant Moroccan tea, as posted, which combines orange blossoms with spearmint. If however orange trees do not grow in your area you could substitute 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon of orange extract for the leaves. I wanted to post this recipe with the authenticity of the method used in Morocco but with the substitution for those unable to acquire orange blossoms. The original version of this recipe was found at 'about.com'. Prep time is the time boiling the water. Cook time is the steeping time. Posted for ZWT 2010
Provided by CarrolJ
Categories Beverages
Time 10m
Yield 1/2 liter, 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Boil a liter of water.
- Rinse the small tea pot with about 1/4 cup of the boiling water and discard.
- Add the tea leaves and add 1/4 cup boiling water.
- Swirl the pot to wash and rinse the leaves, and then carefully discard the water.
- Add the orange flower blossoms, mint leaves and the sugar.
- Fill the pot with 1/2 liter (about 2 cups) boiling water.
- Leave combined tea mixture to steep for five minutes.
- Gently stir the tea, pour into small tea glasses and serve.
MOROCCAN MINT TEA GRANITA
Steps:
- In a large pot bring all ingredients to a boil, except food coloring. Remove from heat and allow to steep for 10 minutes. Strain and add coloring. Freeze with a metal whisk in mixture. During freezing, whisk periodically to add iciness and a grainy texture to the granita
MOROCCAN TEA
Make and share this Moroccan Tea recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Dienia B.
Categories Beverages
Time 7m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cover stuff with boiling water.
- Let sit 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 102.3, Fat 0.1, Sodium 9.8, Carbohydrate 26.2, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 24.9, Protein 0.3
EMERIL LAGASSE'S MOROCCAN MINT TEA
Make and share this Emeril Lagasse's Moroccan Mint Tea recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Miss Fannie
Categories Beverages
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Bring a kettle of water to a boil. Add boiling water to a teapot that holds about 4 cups water, and swirl to warm. Discard the water and add the tea, 24 mint leaves, and sugar to the teapot. Pour the quart of boiling water into the teapot and swirl once or twice to dissolve the sugar. Allow the tea to steep for 5 minutes.
- Pour the tea through a strainer into small decorative Moroccan glasses or teacups. Garnish each with several fresh mint leaves.
MOROCCAN MINT TEA
Make and share this Moroccan Mint Tea recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Tisme
Categories Beverages
Time 5m
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place the tea in a teapot (allow 3 tablespoons for a large teapot, about 5-6 glasses). Pour over ½ cup fresh boiling water. Allow the tea to steep (let stand) for 10 seconds only. This will rinse the gunpowder tea and allow the leaves to open up. Pour out the water.
- Add all the mint and sugar to taste. Pour fresh boiling water onto mix to fill the pot.
- Allow the tea to steep for a few minutes. (If you prefer your tea strong, you may bring the full teapot to boil and let it stand for a couple more minutes.).
- Pour 3-4 cups, but do not stir. Simply pour back into the pot, this allows the mint tea mixture to blend naturally.
MOROCCAN SPICED CINNAMON TEA
You can experiment with different flavors of tea, to discover which brand and type of tea you prefer for this tea recipe. Great teas to try are Moroccan Mint, Earl Grey, Orange Pekoe or Assam black tea. The whole cloves and cinnamon sticks shouldn't fall into teacups when you pour the tea, unless the spout on your teapot is...
Provided by Vickie Parks
Categories Hot Drinks
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. Place tea bags, cloves and cinnamon sticks in a teapot. Pour briskly boiling water over the ingredients in the teapot. Let stand 5 minutes to steep.
- 2. Stir in the brown sugar, adjusting amount to your preference.
- 3. Enjoy the tea throughout the day. (The tea will increase in its depth of flavor the longer it's allowed to stand, because the cinnamon and cloves will continue to flavor the tea as it rests.)
Tips:
- Choose high-quality green tea. The quality of the tea leaves will greatly impact the flavor of your Moroccan tea. Look for loose-leaf green tea that is fresh and has a vibrant green color.
- Use a teapot made of glass or stainless steel. These materials will not react with the tea and alter its flavor.
- Use filtered or spring water. Tap water can contain impurities that can affect the taste of the tea.
- Bring the water to a boil, then let it cool for a few minutes before brewing the tea. Boiling the water for too long can make the tea bitter.
- Steep the tea for 3-5 minutes. The longer you steep the tea, the stronger the flavor will be.
- Add sugar to taste. Moroccan tea is traditionally served with sugar, but you can adjust the amount to your liking.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves. Mint is a traditional garnish for Moroccan tea and adds a refreshing flavor.
Conclusion:
Moroccan tea is a delicious and refreshing beverage that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to relax and unwind, and it can also be enjoyed as a special treat. With its unique flavor and aroma, Moroccan tea is sure to please everyone who tries it.
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