Butterfly pea flower tea
🔪 PREP TIME 1 mins
🔥 COOK TIME 5 mins
🍽️ SERVINGS 1 Servings
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Nutritional Breakdown
Calories 284 kcal
Protein 8 g
Carbs 40 g
Fat 11 g
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1 Servings
- Butterfly Pea Flower1 tsp
- Water200 ml
💡 Short Description
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Color-changing tea.
👨🍳 Cooking Instructions
Full recipe instructions for preparing Butterfly pea flower tea
🔥 Prep
- Measure out 1 tsp butterfly pea flower.
- Measure out 200 ml water.
🔥 Cook
- 1. Pour the 200 ml water into a small saucepan and bring to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
- 2. Once boiling, remove the saucepan from heat and add the 1 tsp butterfly pea flower.
- 3. Cover and let steep for 3-5 minutes until the water turns a vibrant blue.
- 4. Strain the tea into a serving cup, discarding the flower solids.
- 5. (Optional) Add a squeeze of lemon or lime juice and watch the color shift to purple/pink; stir for 10 seconds.
🔥 Serve
- Serve the tea hot in a clear glass or mug to showcase the color.
- Add a slice of lemon or lime on the side for a color‑changing garnish.
- Sweeten with honey or sugar to taste, if desired.
- Pair with light Thai snacks such as fresh spring rolls or coconut‑macaroon bites.
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