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Ataya

A very sweet green tea prepared with fresh mint, served in small glasses and often poured from a height to create foam. It is the drink of hospitality and conviviality in the Dutch Caribbean.

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Ingredients

Nutrition facts

82 kcal per serving

Protein
0.3 g
Carbohydrates
19.9 g
of which sugars
19.9 g
Fat
0.1 g
of which saturated fat
0 g
Fiber
0.6 g

Ecomely’s estimate, calculated from the ingredients with the ANSES Ciqual food composition table, excluding sides and seasoning added to taste.

Instructions

  1. Bring the water to a boil in a teapot or saucepan.
  2. Add the green tea and let it steep for 3 minutes.
  3. Add the fresh mint and sugar, then let it steep for 2 more minutes.
  4. Strain the tea into a carafe.
  5. Pour the tea from a height into the glasses to lightly foam it.
  6. Serve hot, or let it cool and serve over ice.

Variations and tips

Iced version. Let it cool and add ice cubes and a few fresh mint leaves to each glass.

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