The zahter plant, legendary for the flavor it adds to dishes, gives a much stronger aroma when consumed as tea. So, how about enhancing the flavor of this tea even more with Balparmak Thyme Honey?

Zahter, also known as "black thyme" due to its resemblance to thyme, is commonly used as a spice in Middle Eastern and Turkish cuisine. In fact, this plant with its strong aroma might have been in your kitchen for a long time. But did you know that you can also consume the zahter you keep in your spice rack as tea? Now is the time to experience the taste of your beloved zahter much more intensely! And it must be said that this tea, when combined with Balparmak Thyme Honey, will take you to the peak of flavor...

1. WHAT IS HONEYED ZAHTER TEA?

Honeyed zahter tea is a winter recipe prepared by brewing the zahter plant and adding honey to it. Zahter tea, which has a sharp and bitter taste when brewed alone, provides a smoother drink when honey is added. Thyme honey stands out as one of the most ideal options as a sweetener for those who love the aroma of zahter.

1.1. WHAT IS ZAHTER?

Zahter is a type of wild herb that grows spontaneously in the central and southern parts of Anatolia. Zahter, which has a special place in Gaziantep and Antakya cuisines, pairs particularly well with meaty and tomato-based dishes. This plant also provides a pleasant and beneficial consumption as honeyed zahter tea in winter months.

2. HOW TO MAKE HONEYED ZAHTER TEA?

You can find the ingredients and other information needed for the honeyed zahter recipe below, and if you wish, you can increase the amount of ingredients to get more servings.

Serving: 1 Person

Preparation Time: 10 Minutes

Waiting Time: 7 Minutes

Materials:

• Cezve / Small Pot / Teapot

• Strainer

• Mug

• Teaspoon

Ingredients:

• Zahter (1 teaspoon)

• Water (1 large glass)

• Lemon [Optional (2 slices)]

• Balparmak Thyme Honey

2.1. HOW TO MAKE HONEYED ZAHTER TEA

• Pour the boiled water into the metal container you chose for brewing and where you put the zahter.

• Wait for the tea to brew for 6 to 7 minutes. During this time, you can also add lemon slices to the tea.

• Strain the brewed zahter tea and pour it into a mug. Add the desired amount of Balparmak Thyme Honey and mix well. Your tea is ready!

3. HOW TO CONSUME HONEYED ZAHTER TEA?

Now that you've learned how to make honeyed zahter, it's time to learn the most accurate way to consume this tea. Due to the highly effective components it contains, it is recommended to limit zahter tea to 1-2 cups a day. Zahter tea can also be prepared by boiling it like linden by some. However, in this case, the beneficial components of the plant are lost, just like in linden tea. Therefore, the tea should be added to boiled and cooled water. In addition, it is very important that the honey is added when the tea is at a drinkable temperature for safe consumption.

4. WHAT ARE THE EFFECTS OF HONEYED ZAHTER TEA?

The zahter plant contains a type of essential oil called thymol, just like thyme. In addition to this component, which is also used in drug production due to its effects on the body, zahter is a rich source of vitamins (A, C, B1, B6, B9) and minerals (calcium, iron, potassium, magnesium, manganese, selenium). Therefore, when consumed daily, it helps to meet the body's various nutritional needs.

Thyme honey, like all other types of honey, provides a strong response to the body's carbohydrate, protein, enzyme, and vitamin-mineral needs. In this way, when added to zahter tea, it provides more than just a delicious drink. Therefore, honeyed zahter is also an ideal alternative as a daily food supplement in terms of its effects. However, it should not be forgotten that experiencing the effects of this tea lies in the answers to the question of how to consume honeyed zahter, which we explained just above…

Enjoy your meal!