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Japanese Summer Dream – Yuzu & Matcha Slush

A delightful and easy-to-make Yuzu & Matcha Slush recipe that captures the essence of Japanese summer.

πŸ•’ Prep: 10 minutes - Cook: None - Total: 10 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4 servings
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Easy
🌎 Cuisine: Japanese

Allergens

N/A

Ingredients

  • 1 cup yuzu juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 2 tablespoons matcha powder
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 cups cold water
  • Fresh mint leaves and edible flowers for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine the yuzu juice, matcha powder, and sugar. Heat gently, stirring until the sugar has dissolved.
  2. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely.
  3. Once cooled, pour the mixture into an ice cube tray and freeze until solid.
  4. In a blender, add the frozen yuzu matcha cubes and cold water. Blend until smooth and slushy.
  5. Pour into glasses and garnish with fresh mint leaves and edible flowers for a touch of natural elegance.

Chef’s Insight

The balance between tart yuzu and earthy matcha creates a symphony of flavors that is both refreshing and comforting, perfect for a warm summer evening.

Notes

This recipe can be easily scaled up or down to accommodate the number of servings desired.

Cultural or Historical Background

Yuzu is a Japanese citrus fruit that has been cultivated for over 1000 years in Japan. Matcha is a ceremonial green tea powder that originated in Japan over 800 years ago.