How to Make Anise Tea
Make an infusion: Boil the kettle., Make a decoction of anise seeds: Boil the kettle., Add warm milk.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Make an infusion: Boil the kettle.
Place 1 teaspoon of dried anise leaf or 3 teaspoons of fresh, crushed anise leaf into one cup of boiling water.
Allow to steep for a few minutes.
It is now ready to serve. -
Step 2: Make a decoction of anise seeds: Boil the kettle.
Use seeds rather than leaves.
Crush or grind 1 tablespoon of anise seeds.
A mortar and pestle is a good instrument for this purpose.
Add 2 cups of boiling water to a saucepan.
Add the crushed seeds.
Simmer gently for 5 to minutes.
Serve. , While this step is optional, in both cases, anise tea can be particularly delicious if it is brewed using warm milk.
An ideal drink to have just before going to bed, anise is reputed to induce sleep. -
Step 3: Add warm milk.
Detailed Guide
Place 1 teaspoon of dried anise leaf or 3 teaspoons of fresh, crushed anise leaf into one cup of boiling water.
Allow to steep for a few minutes.
It is now ready to serve.
Use seeds rather than leaves.
Crush or grind 1 tablespoon of anise seeds.
A mortar and pestle is a good instrument for this purpose.
Add 2 cups of boiling water to a saucepan.
Add the crushed seeds.
Simmer gently for 5 to minutes.
Serve. , While this step is optional, in both cases, anise tea can be particularly delicious if it is brewed using warm milk.
An ideal drink to have just before going to bed, anise is reputed to induce sleep.
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