Gemmaitya
Description
The recipe won't take much time. Fragrant green tea combined with rice toasted to a brown color creates a perfect blend. It's easy to prepare even at home. To prepare the drink, it is recommended to pour the mixture with hot water no hotter than 85°C to fully release the tea's aroma and flavor. Can be served.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the listed ingredients. Buy green tea without flavorings or flowers, and long-grain rice, brown if desired.
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Step 2
Heat a skillet on the stove and reduce the heat to medium. Pour the uncooked rice into the skillet and spread it evenly across the bottom.
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Step 3
Fry it for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Don't forget to do this, otherwise it will brown unevenly. First, half of the grain will turn golden, then the other half.
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Step 4
When the rice turns completely brown, turn off the heat. Watch the grains carefully so they don't overcook or burn.
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Step 5
Place the green tea on the rice and mix. Let the mixture cool for about 5-10 minutes. During this time, the rice will absorb the tea aroma.
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Step 6
Then boil water in a kettle and cool it down to 80-85 degrees. Put the required amount of gyokuro tea into the teapot.
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Step 7
Pour hot water, previously cooled to 85 degrees. Close the teapot with a lid and let the drink steep for about 10-15 minutes.
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Step 8
The fragrant tea is ready! You can enjoy its flavor and treat your family and friends.