Traditional Argentine Mate Recipe

Name: Traditional Argentine Mate Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons yerba mate; water (Hot, not boiling)

Enjoy a traditional Argentine drink made from yerba mate leaves. This beverage offers a caffeine boost and is rich in antioxidants, perfect for any time of day.

Hannah Lee

|October 1, 2024

A wooden pestle in a round brown mortar on a white surface with herbs spilled next to it, against a neutral grey background, reminiscent of an Argentine Mate setup.

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A round wooden bowl containing dried herbs, viewed from above, with a shadow cast on a white surface, evokes the essence of a traditional Argentine Mate recipe.

Traditional Argentine Mate Recipe

Hannah Lee

Traditional Argentine drink made from yerba mate leaves, providing a caffeine boost and rich in antioxidants.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Total Time 10

Meal Type Beverages

Cuisine Argentine

Servings

Difficulty Easy

Ingredient Cost $0.20

Shopping Cost$20

Equipment

Mate gourd
Bombilla (metal straw with a filter)
Kettle

Ingredients

2 tablespoons yerba mate
water Hot, not boiling

Instructions

Fill the mate gourd halfway with yerba mate.
2 tablespoons yerba mate
Tilt the gourd to one side, creating a slope of yerba.
Insert the bombilla into the slope.
Pour a small amount of hot water (not boiling) into the yerba mate to moisten it.
water
Once the yerba mate absorbs the water, pour more hot water, filling the gourd.
Sip through the bombilla, adding more hot water as needed.

Notes

Do not use boiling water, as it can make the mate bitter.
Traditionally, mate is shared among friends or family, each taking turns to sip from the same gourd.

Keyword Argentine Drink, Traditional Beverage, Yerba Mate

Ingredient Costs: Cost of Recipe by Ingredient Measurements

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Mate is a traditional Argentine drink that embodies a comforting morning ritual and a rich cultural heritage. This herbal infusion, made from the leaves of the yerba mate plant, is known for its unique flavor and stimulating properties, offering a gentle caffeine boost to start the day. The preparation of mate is an art form, often involving a special gourd and bombilla (straw), which adds to the experience of enjoying this beverage. More than just a drink, mate symbolizes friendship and community in Argentina, as it is often shared among friends and family during gatherings. Each sip brings a sense of connection and warmth, making it a cherished part of daily life. The simple act of preparing and drinking mate provides a moment of calm before the day's chaos, inviting reflection and appreciation for tradition. Sharing this profound drink can bring a piece of Argentine culture into any home, allowing others to experience the joy and camaraderie that mate represents.

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