Kuzu tea is a thing in Japan. Especially after a good night out or when your stomach is upset, this thickened tea is helpful for your system. Because that's exactly what it is: thickened water with a taste. Japanese and macrobiota drink this drink preferably in the morning.As a kind of medicinal tea, potion or morning ritual.By adding umeboshi (ume paste is already pureed, making it the easy option), this purifying fermented fruit helps you start a healthy way every other day.
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This is how you make it
Put the loose tea in a sieve.
Put the water and the tea strainer in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
Simmer for 1-2 minutes and then remove the strainer from the water.
Dissolve the kuzu in a bowl with a tablespoon of cold water.
Grab a whisk and add the kuzu porridge to the tea while stirring.
Finally, add the ume paste.
Pour into a glass and drink warm or allow to cool with occasional stirring.
Tip(s)
Not so fond of the salty taste of ume? Try it with strips of fresh ginger and possibly. a tablespoon of maple syrup!