Turkish Black Tea Recipe
Learn the history, brewing techniques, and health benefits of Turkish Black Tea (Çay), a traditional and beloved beverage in Turkish culture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brewing
- Cuisine: Turkish
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Equipment:
- A çaydanlık (double-stacked teapot)
- Good loose black tea leaves
- Fresh, clean water
Tea Brewing:
- 2–3 tablespoons loose black tea leaves
- Hot water
Instructions
- Boil the Water (Bottom Kettle): Fill the bottom kettle with water and bring it to a boil.
- Put Tea in the Top Kettle: Place tea leaves in the upper kettle.
- Add Water & Start Steeping: Pour hot water into the top kettle with tea leaves.
- Steep Gently to Taste: Steep for 15-20 minutes.
- Pour and Adjust Strength: Pour concentrated brew into a tulip glass and add hot water to adjust strength.
Notes
- Use authentic Turkish tea leaves for the best flavor.
- Never reuse boiled water for brewing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 0
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Turkish tea, Turkish black tea, Turkish çay, çaydanlık, Turkish tea brewing
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