Nam Matoom (Bael Fruit Tea)
Sweet aroma like baked sweet potatoes! Traditional Thai Amber Health Tea
Description
A traditional, soothing amber-colored tea made by boiling sun-dried slices of Bael fruit. Known for its naturally sweet, comforting, baked-potato-like aroma.
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Recipe
Ingredients
- Matoom(Dried bael fruit slices)
- Brown sugar(or Palm sugar)
- Water
- Ice
Instructions
- Lightly toast dried Bael fruit slices to release aroma.
- Boil in water for
- mins.
- Sweeten with brown sugar.
Learn more Spice, substitutes, tips
Key spices
Matoom unique sweet aroma
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
Barley tea + Brown sugar (nutty sub)
Pairing
After Thai Massage / Spa
Trivia
[Difference] Caffeine-free. Its comforting, unique sweet aroma reminiscent of 'baked sweet potato' or 'caramel' defines Thai healing time.
Eating tips & etiquette
Delicious hot or iced. The absolute standard tea served before/after treatments at Thai massage spas to induce relaxation.
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