Genmai-Cha

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 1 tablespoon of green tea leaves
• 2 tablespoons of toasted brown rice
• Honey or sugar to taste (optional)

Directions

1. Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a small pot.
2. Add the green tea leaves and toasted brown rice to the boiling water and reduce the heat to low.
3. Simmer for 10 minutes.
4. Strain the mixture into a cup or pitcher.
5. Add honey or sugar to taste, if desired.
6. Enjoy hot or cold.

Interesting Facts

• Genmai-cha is a popular Japanese tea made with green tea and toasted brown rice.
• This tea is often served hot or cold and can be sweetened with honey or sugar.
• The toasted brown rice gives the tea a nutty flavor.