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Best Easy Longan and Red Date Tea Recipe

Name: Best Easy Longan and Red Date Tea Recipe
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 200 g
Ingredients: dried longan 0.5 cup; dried red dates (jujubes) 0.5 cup; water 5 cups; rock sugar 2 tbsp

Warming longan and red date tea is a naturally sweet, nourishing beverage. A family wellness drink with fresh, fruity sweetness and health benefits.

Cook 30 min Difficulty EASY 70 kcal

#vegetarian #diabetic friendly

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

dried longan 0.5 cup
dried red dates (jujubes) 0.5 cup
water 5 cups

Seasonings/Sauce

rock sugar 2 tbsp

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 17 g 97%

Protein 0.5 g 3%

Fat 0 g 0%

Serving size 200g

Cooking steps

1

Rinse dried longan and dried red dates under cold running water to remove any dust or impurities.
2

Add the rinsed longan and red dates to a medium saucepan with 5 cups of water.
3

Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to a gentle simmer (low to medium-low).
4

Simmer uncovered for 25 minutes, allowing flavors to infuse and some liquid to reduce; periodically skim any foam from the surface.
5

Add rock sugar, stir to dissolve, and simmer for another 5 minutes until the tea is aromatic and lightly sweet. Serve hot, straining out the fruit if you prefer a clear tea.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?

The essential ingredients are dried longan and dried red dates (jujubes). They form the signature fruity sweetness and comforting aroma that define this traditional tea.

Q. Which step is most important for extracting flavor?

The simmering step over gentle heat for 25 minutes is crucial; it deeply infuses both the longan and red date flavors into the water, resulting in a rich, naturally sweet brew.

Q. How do I prevent the tea from becoming too sweet or concentrated?

Keep the heat low during simmering and don’t let more than one cup of water evaporate. Add rock sugar gradually, tasting before adding more, to adjust sweetness without overpowering the tea.

Q. How many calories per serving does this tea contain?

Each 200g serving of Longan and Red Date Tea contains about 70 kcal, with carbohydrates making up 97% of the calories, a trace of protein, and virtually no fat.

Best Easy Longan and Red Date Tea Recipe

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