Description
A soothing Japanese ritual drink blending matcha, kombu, and umeboshi for an energizing and gut-friendly morning boost.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 teaspoon matcha powder (high-grade, organic if possible)
- 1 small strip dried kombu (about 2 inches)
- ½ umeboshi plum or 1 teaspoon umeboshi paste
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, finely grated
- 8 ounces (240 ml) warm water, heated to 70–75°C (160–170°F)
- Optional toppings: lemon slice, raw honey, pink salt
Instructions
- Warm 8 ounces of water to 70–75°C (160–170°F), just below boiling.
- Place the kombu strip in the warm water and let steep for 5 minutes, then remove.
- In a small bowl, add 1 teaspoon matcha powder and a splash of warm water. Whisk vigorously in a zig-zag motion until frothy.
- Add the umeboshi plum or paste and grated ginger to your mug.
- Pour the kombu-infused water over the umeboshi and ginger.
- Add the frothy matcha and stir well to combine.
- Serve immediately and sip slowly on an empty stomach for best results.
Notes
Best enjoyed first thing in the morning to awaken digestion and promote calm focus.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Infusion
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug
- Calories: 20
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
