Macha
Macha is a powder made from green tea leaves. It has a strong, distinct flavor and is usually used in ceremonial settings. In Japan, it is traditional to make a thick paste from the powder and drink it during the tea ceremony.
Macha has a long history in Japan. It is thought to have first been used in the 12th century, during the Heian period. At that time, it was known as "bitter tea" and was drunk for its medicinal properties. By the 14th century, macha was an important part of the tea ceremony. It was often given as a gift, and the best quality leaves were reserved for the aristocracy.
Today, macha is still used in the tea ceremony, but it has also become popular as a flavor for ice cream, cookies, and other desserts. It is also sometimes used as a natural food colorant. If you have never tried macha before, it is definitely worth seeking out. You may be surprised by how much you enjoy its unique flavor.
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Recipes
Salsa Macha
- salt
- rice wine vinegar
- light brown sugar
- grapeseed oil
- white sesame seed
- chiles de árbol
- peanut
- morita chile
- garlic
- ancho chile
Salsa Macha
- salt
- purple corn tostada
- peanut
- chiles de árbol
- grapeseed oil
- ancho chile
- pasilla chile
- garlic
Cranberry Salsa Macha
- salt
- oregano
- vegetable oil
- cranberry
- bay leaf
- white sesame seed
- chiles de árbol
- pecan
- garlic
- chiles guajillo
Salsa Macha
- apple cider vinegar
- brown sugar
- chipotle
- vegetable oil
- sesame seed
- salt
- ancho pepper
- peanut
- garlic
- chiles de arbol
Salsa Macha With Crudités
- salt
- pineapple
- sugar
- cocoa powder
- orange juice
- vegetable oil
- red wine vinegar
- garlic
- sesame seed
- chiles de árbol
- guajillo chile
- peanut
Ingredient Breakdown
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Staple Ingredients
- garlic 50%
- salt 50%
Rarey Ingredients
- garlic 50%
- salt 50%