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Butterfly pea flower tea

🔪 PREP TIME 1 mins
🔥 COOK TIME 5 mins
🍽️ SERVINGS 1 Servings
Butterfly pea flower tea
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Nutritional Breakdown

Per Serving
Calories 284 kcal
Protein 8 g
Carbs 40 g
Fat 11 g

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1 Servings
  • Butterfly Pea Flower
    1 tsp
  • Water
    200 ml

💡 Short Description

Overview and quick notes for Butterfly pea flower tea

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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