Dragon Well Chinese Green Tea
Longjing (or Dragon Well) is one of the most famous Chinese green teas. Here's how to brew a perfect cup.
Ingredients
- 8 oz. water
- 1 tsp. longjing tea (a.k.a. Dragon Well)
Directions
STEP 1
Heat water to a full boil, then allow to cool to 180 degrees F.
STEP 2
Load tea leaves into a tea ball or filter.
STEP 3
Pour water into a mug or a cup, then add tea and steep for three minutes.
STEP 4
Remove tea and serve.
Photography by: Terry Brennan; Food Stylist: Betsy Nelson
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Robert Hanson is a food and travel writer based in Southern California.
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