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How to make Mountain Tea
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Mountain Tea is cooked the way mountain villages across Greece cooks it — olive oil used without counting, salt judged by hand, and lemon always within reach. This is the home version, written down the way a Greek family cook actually puts it on the table.
Mountain Tea, or "Tsai tou Vounou," is a staple brew in Greek mountain villages, where the air is crisp and the olive oil flows generously. Traditionally enjoyed during chilly mornings or serene afternoons, this tea is a warm embrace against the cool mountain breeze. It's a drink that brings comfort, infused with the essence of the rugged landscape where it grows wild. The taste is a delicate balance — the subtle earthiness of dried sideritis melds with a hint of honey's sweetness, all brightened by a squeeze of fresh lemon. It's a soothing cup, meant to be savored slowly, allowing the gentle flavors to unfold with each sip, a quiet reflection of Greece's natural bounty.
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