~54 cal · 0g protein · 14g carbs · 0g fat (estimated, per serving)
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Glass of reddish iced tea with lemon and mint
🇿🇦 KwaZulu-Natal
Rooibos — "red bush" — grows only in South Africa's Cederberg mountains, and its sweet, earthy, caffeine-free brew is a national treasure. Steeped strong and served over ice with lemon and mint, it makes a refreshing iced tea enjoyed across the country in the summer heat.
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Ingredients
Serves 4 —
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4 rooibos tea bags (or loose)
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5 cups water
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1/4 cup sugar (or agave)
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1 lemon
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a handful fresh mint
Instructions
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Boil the water and steep the rooibos for a good 8–10 minutes to draw out its full color and flavor.
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Stir in the sugar (or honey) while the tea is hot so it dissolves completely.
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Squeeze in the lemon and drop in the mint, then let it cool to room temperature.
4
Chill well and serve over ice with extra lemon and mint.
South African Cederberg tradition.
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KwaZulu-Natal. Zulu heartland and Durban’s curry coast.
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South Africa. The rainbow nation’s braai fires and township kitchens.
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Africa. Fifty-four countries of tagines, stews, and fire-kissed grills.
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Richard Moore & Kelsey Tucker
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