Sweet & Tangy Homemade Jeju Tangerine Tea
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Introducing a recipe for sweet and refreshing homemade tangerine tea, perfect for a warm winter day or a chilly transitional season. This Jeju tangerine tea, made famous by the TV show ‘Coffee Friends’, can be easily made in your own kitchen. With fresh Jeju tangerines and honey, you can enjoy a healthy drink packed with Vitamin C. The fragrant aroma of tangerines combined with the sweetness of honey will melt away the cold, both for your body and soul. It’s also great for preventing colds, so be sure to try making it!
Main Ingredients- 7 fresh Jeju tangerines
- 4 Tbsp pure honey (or adjust to taste)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, thoroughly wash the fresh tangerines. Then, peel them and carefully remove all the white pith. The pith can impart a bitter taste, so it’s best to gently peel it off with your fingers or scrape it away with a knife. Focus on separating only the tangerine pulp.
Step 2
Sterilize the glass jar that will hold the tangerine tea. After washing it clean, use hot water for sterilization. Avoid placing the jar directly into boiling water, as the sudden temperature change could cause it to break. Instead, place the jar upside down in a pot of boiling water and let it steam for about 5-10 minutes. Alternatively, after washing the jar thoroughly, fill it with about 1/4 cup of soju (Korean rice wine), shake it to sanitize, then discard the soju and let it air dry in the sun. When using soju for sterilization, do not rinse the jar afterward; leaving a slight soju aroma can enhance its preservative qualities.
Step 3
Separating the tangerine segments can take more time than you might expect. Carefully use a knife or spoon to gently pry apart the segments, being mindful not to let the juice escape. Collect all the juice that is released; we will use it all. It’s a good idea to have the sterilized jar ready and cooled down by the time you finish separating the segments. The jar should have enough time to cool while you’re working on the tangerines.
Step 4
Add honey to the bowl containing the separated tangerine segments and collected juice. Using honey instead of sugar provides a deeper, richer sweetness and a more fragrant flavor. If you prefer a sweeter taste, feel free to adjust the amount of honey accordingly. Gently stir to combine the honey and tangerines. Then, carefully transfer the mixture into the sterilized and cooled jar.
Step 5
After filling the jar, it’s a good idea to place a sealing cover before closing the lid. Using a lid with an elastic band, like those often found on side dish containers, or covering the top with plastic wrap and securing it tightly with a rubber band can help prevent air from entering and improve preservation.
Step 6
Once the sealing cover is in place, screw the jar’s lid on tightly. Then, store the jar in the refrigerator to mature. Let it rest in the fridge for at least 2-3 days. During this time, the tangerine flavors will meld with the honey, creating a deeper and more complex taste. Look forward to an even more delicious tangerine confeitüre as it ages!
Step 7
Here’s the delicious tangerine tea, aged for about 3 days! A small taste reveals a harmonious blend of the vibrant tanginess of tangerines and the subtle sweetness of honey. Rich in Vitamin C, it’s expected to be highly effective in preventing colds. Stir a generous spoonful of this tangerine tea into hot water, and you’ll feel your body and mind warm up, just like the tangerine tea from ‘Coffee Friends’. Enjoy your delightful home cafe moment!
