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March 28 2024

Written By

Mahya Roudneshin

Green Tea-Infused Spring Salad

Written By Mahya Roudneshin - March 28 2024

Green Tea-Infused Spring Salad

Welcome the freshness of spring with our Green Tea-Infused Spring Salad. This light, refreshing dish perfectly marries the healthful benefits of green tea with the crisp, vibrant flavors of the season. Ideal for a wholesome lunch or a delightful side, this salad not only tantalizes your taste buds but also infuses your day with an extra dose of antioxidants. Let's dive into the flavors of spring with a tea-inspired twist.

Serves: 4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

  • For the Salad:

    • 4 cups mixed spring greens (arugula, spinach, and romaine)
    • 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
    • 1/2 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
    • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
    • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
    • 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped (optional)

  • For the Green Tea Vinaigrette:

    • 1/4 cup brewed green tea, cooled
    • 1 tablespoon honey
    • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
    • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
    • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

  1. Brew the Green Tea:
    Start by brewing the green tea. Steep 1 tablespoon of loose-leaf green tea in 1/4 cup of hot water for about 3 minutes. Strain and allow the tea to cool completely.

  2. Prepare the Vinaigrette:
    In a small bowl, whisk together the cooled green tea, honey, and apple cider vinegar. Gradually whisk in the olive oil until the mixture is well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.

  3. Assemble the Salad:
    In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed spring greens, sliced strawberries, cucumber, and red onion. Toss gently to mix.

  4. Dress the Salad:
    Drizzle the green tea vinaigrette over the salad, tossing until the ingredients are evenly coated.

  5. Garnish and Serve:
    Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and chopped walnuts over the top of the salad. Serve immediately, offering extra vinaigrette on the side if desired.

This Green Tea-Infused Spring Salad pairs beautifully with a variety of teas. Consider serving it alongside a cold brew jasmine tea for a floral complement, or a light oolong tea for a slightly toasty contrast. The natural flavors of the salad will be enhanced by the tea, creating a symphony of springtime delight on your palate.

Date

March 27 2024

Written By

Mahya Roudneshin

Lemon Earl Grey Cake

Written By Mahya Roudneshin - March 27 2024

Lemon Earl Grey Cake

Welcome the freshness of spring and the joy of Easter with our Lemon Earl Grey Cake. Infused with the citrusy notes of lemon and the distinctive flavor of Earl Grey tea, this cake is a celebration in every slice. Perfect for an Easter gathering or a cozy tea time, it pairs beautifully with our range of teas, enhancing each bite with subtle, comforting flavors.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Bake Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (240ml) milk
  • 4 Earl Grey tea bags
  • 1 ¾ cups (220g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¾ cup (170g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • For the Glaze:
    • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
    • 2-3 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions:

  1. Preheat and Prepare:
    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.

  2. Infuse the Milk:
    Warm the milk without boiling it, then steep the Earl Grey tea bags in the milk for 15 minutes. Squeeze the tea bags to extract maximum flavor and discard them.

  3. Mix Dry Ingredients:
    In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

  4. Cream Butter and Sugar:
    In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the lemon zest and lemon juice.

  5. Combine:
    Alternately add the dry ingredients and the infused milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

  6. Bake:
    Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan. Bake for about 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

  7. Glaze:
    Whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice to create a smooth glaze. Adjust the consistency with more lemon juice or powdered sugar if needed. Drizzle over the cooled cake.

  8. Serve and Enjoy:
    Serve slices of this Lemon Earl Grey Cake with a pot of your favorite tea. The zesty flavors will complement any tea selection, making it a perfect dessert for Easter or any springtime gathering.

Date

December 19 2023

Written By

Mahya Roudneshin

Caramel Pear

Written By Mahya Roudneshin - December 19 2023

Winter-Dessert-Caramel-Pear

Pear is one of the most fragrant fruits that everyone loves. If you are a fan of pears, then you will definitely love this pear dessert. You can cut the pear in half or peel it and use it in this dessert and enjoy benefits of pears such as helping the immune system and digestion, preventing cancer, heart health, improving blood circulation and reducing inflammation.

Ingredients:

-  4 pears

-  1 liter Water

-  200g Sugar

-  4 pcs of Cardamom

-  1 piece of cinnamon stick

-  ¼ teaspoon of saffron powder

-  ½ teaspoon Vanilla extract

How to prepare:

Step 1: Peel the pears with a sharp knife.

Step 2: Pour water and sugar into a saucepan and stir it until it boils and the sugar grains dissolve, then add vanilla, cardamom, cinnamon and saffron together with the pears into the saucepan.

Step 3: Put the lid on the saucepan and let it cooks on the medium heat for 1 hour.

(after 15 minutes, take out cinnamon stick because if it stays inside for a long time may make the pears bitter).

Step 4:  When the pears are cooked, take them out of the saucepan. but let the sauce be on the heat until the sauce becomes thick. Now, put the cooked pears in a serving dish and pour the thick sauce on it and put it into fridge until it gets cool then take out of the fridge and serve it with vanilla ice cream.

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