Teresa's Recipes
Rock Sugar Winter Melon Tea
Indulge in the exotic flavors of the Orient with the Rock Sugar Winter Melon Tea- a delightful blend of sweetness and natural freshness. This traditional Chinese beverage, often sipped during hot summer days, is renowned for its cooling properties. The rock sugar lends a gentle sweetness that beautifully complements the mild, subtly sweet notes of the winter melon, resulting in a harmonious symphony of flavors. This tea is not only refreshing but also offers a unique insight into ancient Chinese culinary traditions.
Ingredients
- 2 liters Water
- 200g Rock Sugar
- 1kg, peeled and deseeded Winter Melon
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 6
- Dish Type: Beverage
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 0g
- Carbs: 38g
- Protein: 0g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Sugar: 32g
Instructions
- Start by preparing the winter melon. After peeling and deseeding, cut it into small cubes of about 1 cm each.
- In a large pot, combine the cubed winter melon, rock sugar, and water.
- Place the pot over high heat and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, allowing the mixture to simmer gently.
- Continue simmering for about 1 hour. During this time, the winter melon will dissolve completely, and the rock sugar will melt, sweetening the tea.
- After an hour, strain the mixture to remove any solids, pouring the tea into a pitcher or individual glasses.
- You can serve this tea warm, providing a soothing experience, or chill it in the refrigerator and serve over ice for a refreshing summer beverage.
Tips
- Make sure to stir occasionally during the simmering process to ensure that the rock sugar doesn't stick to the bottom of the pot.
- The sweetness of the tea can be adjusted according to personal preference by adding or reducing the amount of rock sugar.