Memil Cha (Buckwheat Tea)

Light and Earthy. Memil Cha is a delicate Korean buckwheat tea with a light, toasty flavor and subtle earthy notes. Popular in both Korea and Japan, this caffeine-free tea aids digestion and is wonderful served hot or cold.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons roasted buckwheat groats (soba cha)
• 4 cups water

Instructions

1. If using raw buckwheat, toast in a dry pan over medium heat for 3–4 minutes until golden and fragrant.
2. Add buckwheat and water to a pot.
3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
4. Strain and serve hot or chilled.

Tips

• The steeped buckwheat groats can be eaten as a snack.
• Makes an excellent cold summer drink.