We are making 3 tea recipes from around the world! The countries featured in this post are Morocco, India, and Japan. I’ve had Moroccan Mint Tea and Chai from India before but I show you how I make both in more traditional ways. I also make traditional Japanese matcha for the first time! Let me know what you think about the teas and stories in this post! If you have a dish or beverage you would like to see me make and talk about, feel free to share!
Moroccan Mint Tea
The origins of Moroccan mint tea are a bit unclear due to the many narratives shared throughout history. What I will say, however, is that Moroccan mint tea is important because it accompanies everyday life and helps ease social relations. This beautiful drink is also a symbol of hospitality and friendship. This tea is usually prepared in front of guests as well!
Fresh mint leaves are the backbone of Moroccan mint tea. What was great about living in Morocco was that mint was everywhere so having this tea as often as you like at any time of the day was not a problem. I am a huge fan of Moroccan food but there is something special about this tea that warms my heart.
In my opinion, this delicious beverage pairs beautifully with a variety of edible items but my favorite way to enjoy my tea is with moroccan sweets!
Indian Chai
India was the last country I lived in and I still have deep ties to the culture, food, and its people (and in particular my friends). This recipe comes from my good friend Vailli!
When ask what is the significance of Indian chai to Indians and her family, Valli said,
“It’s a family drink. Especially when spices are added. It has herbal significance like healing cold symptoms or a sore throat.
Tea is something everyone can afford from very poor families to the rich. It is mostly offered when guests visit homes. If you wanna have easy, friendly, or tough conversations tea is an ice breaker”.
Japanese Matcha
Matcha is shade grown Japanese green tea leaves that are ground into a fine powder. Matcha has been enjoyed by many for centuries as a way to support well being. It is said that Monks used matcha to help with concentration during meditation.
In Japan, matcha is a focal point in culture and today due to its widespread popularity, matcha is enjoyed throughout the world.
Matcha comes in a variety of grades which denotes quality and helps consumers know which tea powder is best for specific purposes. Due to its subtle and smooth flavor, ceremonial matcha is used for traditional tea preparation. Though one may use one type of matcha over another, the choice is up to you!
To prepare matcha in the more traditional sense, we are using a bamboo scoop, called a chashaku, a sifter, and a bamboo whisk called a chasen. I am also using what we will call our matcha bowl to mix our tea and drink it once the process is complete!
I loved researching, making, and trying these 3 teas from around the world! Creating this post was a lot of fun and I hope you enjoyed it too.
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3 Easy Tea Recipes From Around The World | Morocco, India, Japan
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