How to Make Matcha:There are two grades of matcha: ceremonial and culinary. Although these terms aren’t regulated in the United States, they are important in Japan. Ceremonial matcha is the highest-quality tea made from younger leaves that are stone-ground into a very fine powder and will last up to 6 months when stored in an air-tight container in the refrigerator. Culinary matcha is made from larger, more mature tea leaves and has a stronger, more bitter flavor. Choose ceremonial matcha for tea and use culinary matcha in smoothies, lattes, or other types of cooking.To make matcha tea, mix ½ teaspoon ceremonial matcha powder with 3 ounces of water that has been heated to between 175° and 195° Fahrenheit to maximize the taste and health benefits. Whisk briskly to make a frothy tea.You Can Put Matcha in Food Too!Matcha adds a beautiful green color and umami flavor to a variety of beverages and foods. Experiment to find your favorite!
Stir matcha into cream cheese or butter to spread on toast or crackers.
Mix matcha into your favorite smoothie.
Blend matcha into plain Greek yogurt and top with fresh berries.
Stir matcha into hummus for a snack with raw vegetables.
Add matcha to muffin or pancake recipes.
Stir matcha into oatmeal for a satisfying breakfast.
Sprinkle matcha onto popcorn.
Want to learn more about matcha? Visit our sister post Meet Matcha to read about what matcha is and what health benefits it offers.By Lynn Grieger, RDN, CDCES, CPT, CHWCReferences:
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. National Institutes of Health. National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health. Antioxidants: In-Depth. https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/antioxidants-in-depth last updated 11-2013; accessed 7-27-21
Suzuki Y, Miyoshi N, Isemura M. Health-promoting effects of green tea. Proc Jpn Acad Ser B Phys Biol Sci. 2012;88(3):88-101. doi:10.2183/pjab.88.88
Stephanie Ronco has been editing for Food and Health Communications since 2011. She graduated from Colorado College magna cum laude with distinction in Comparative Literature. She was elected a member of Phi Beta Kappa in 2008.
How to Make Matcha Part of Your Eating Pattern
How to Make Matcha:There are two grades of matcha: ceremonial and culinary. Although these terms aren’t regulated in the United States, they are important in Japan. Ceremonial matcha is the highest-quality tea made from younger leaves that are stone-ground into a very fine powder and will last up to 6 months when stored in an air-tight container in the refrigerator. Culinary matcha is made from larger, more mature tea leaves and has a stronger, more bitter flavor. Choose ceremonial matcha for tea and use culinary matcha in smoothies, lattes, or other types of cooking.To make matcha tea, mix ½ teaspoon ceremonial matcha powder with 3 ounces of water that has been heated to between 175° and 195° Fahrenheit to maximize the taste and health benefits. Whisk briskly to make a frothy tea.You Can Put Matcha in Food Too!Matcha adds a beautiful green color and umami flavor to a variety of beverages and foods. Experiment to find your favorite!
Want to learn more about matcha? Visit our sister post Meet Matcha to read about what matcha is and what health benefits it offers.By Lynn Grieger, RDN, CDCES, CPT, CHWCReferences:
Stephanie Ronco has been editing for Food and Health Communications since 2011. She graduated from Colorado College magna cum laude with distinction in Comparative Literature. She was elected a member of Phi Beta Kappa in 2008.
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