Authentic Turkish Tea Recipe
A strong, black tea traditionally served in small tulip-shaped glasses, perfect for breakfast or an afternoon break.
Equipment
- Turkish tea pot (caydanlık) or regular pot
- Small tulip-shaped glasses
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons black tea loose
- 4 cups water
- Sugar cubes optional
Instructions
- Fill the bottom part of the Turkish tea pot with water and bring to a boil.4 cups water
- Place loose black tea in the top part of the tea pot and pour some boiling water over it. Let it steep for 5 minutes.2 tablespoons black tea
- Pour the steeped tea into each glass, filling about a third of the glass.
- Top up each glass with boiling water to the desired strength.
- Serve with sugar cubes if desired.Sugar cubes
Notes
Adjust the tea-to-water ratio based on your preference for tea strength.
Enjoy with a side of simit or baklava for a traditional Turkish experience.
Enjoy with a side of simit or baklava for a traditional Turkish experience.
Nutrition
Calories: 0.1kcalCarbohydrates: 0.02gSodium: 13mgPotassium: 3mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 0.003mg
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