Bael Tea Recipe (Nam Matoom)
Try this bael tea recipe (nam matoom)—a healthy, refreshing drink served chilled or hot. Quick and easy to make in just 15 minutes!
Ingredients
- 3.5 oz or 1/2 cup bael fruit, sliced
- 2 cups water
- 1/4 cup natural cane sugar, add to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- ice cubes, as needed, optional
Instructions
- In a medium pot, bring water to a simmer over medium heat. Add in your bael fruit slices and let them cook for 20 minutes to release their flavors.
- Stir in the sugar and salt until the sugar completely dissolved. Give it a taste and add more sugar if you like it sweeter.
- Use a strainer to pour the bael juice into your favorite tea cup for a warm drink, or over a tall glass filled with ice for a cool refreshment. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use the nutrition card in this recipe as a guideline.
Calories: 78kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 0.05g | Sodium: 206mg | Potassium: 105mg | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 0.1mg
