Mint tea is considered the national drink of Morocco, although tea was introduced there only as recently as the 1850s, brought from the Far East by British merchants. Fresh mint and sugar are always added, and the tea is served in small glasses.
Recipe information
Yield
Makes about 6 cups
Ingredients
2 cups loosely packed fresh mint leaves plus mint sprigs for garnish
1/3 cup sugar
2 tablespoons gunpowder green tea (available at specialty tea shops)
6 cups boiling water
Preparation
In a teapot combine mint leaves, sugar, and tea and add boiling water. Let tea steep 5 to 10 minutes. Strain tea trough a fine sieve into teacups and garnish with mint sprigs.
