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Sunkissed Moonlight Matcha

Discover a deliciously indulgent and vegan-friendly Japanese beverage with the Sunkissed Moonlight Matcha recipe.

πŸ•’ Prep: 5 minutes - Cook: 10 minutes - Total: 15 minutes
🍽 Servings: 2
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Advanced
🌎 Cuisine: Japanese

Allergens

None

Ingredients

  • 2 oz (60ml) Coconut Milk
  • 1 tbsp Honey
  • 1 tbsp Matcha Powder
  • 4 oz (120ml) Boiling Water
  • 2 Sprigs Fresh Mint

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, gently heat the coconut milk over low heat until it reaches a soft simmer.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in honey until dissolved.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk matcha powder with boiling water until smooth and frothy.
  4. Slowly pour the matcha mixture into the coconut milk mixture while continuously whisking to combine.
  5. Pour the final mixture through a fine mesh strainer into two tea cups.
  6. Garnish each cup with a sprig of fresh mint.

Chef’s Insight

To create the perfect froth, use a bamboo whisk and perform a "chasen" motion in the matcha mixture.

Notes

Matcha is a type of powdered green tea, rich in nutrients and antioxidants.

Cultural or Historical Background

Matcha has been an integral part of Japanese culture for over 800 years.