First of all, make sure that the eucommia you buy is fresh and has a good texture. Choose eucommia with a smooth, moth-free, mold-free appearance. Fresh eucommia ulmoides has a soft skin, dark brown cross-section, and a characteristic aroma.
Rinse the purchased eucommia with clean water to remove impurities and soil from the surface. The cleaning process can be gently brushed with a brush to ensure a clean clean. Put the washed eucommia in a pot and soak it for 10-15 minutes to soften the eucommia and help release more nutrients.
Cut the soaked eucommia into small pieces for later use. When cutting, you can choose the right length according to your personal preference. Cut eucommia is easier to boil and also helps the tea soup to penetrate better.
Put the chopped eucommia into a pot and add enough water. Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and bring to a slow boil. During the boiling process, some ginger slices can be added to remove the bitterness of eucommia and at the same time enhance the fragrance. Let the water boil for 15-20 minutes, making sure that the active ingredients of Eucommia ulmoides are well dissolved in the water.
In order to increase the taste and nutrition of Eucommia ulmoides tea, you can consider adding some other herbs, such as mulberry leaves, yellow essence, wolfberry, etc., and adjust the matching ratio according to personal taste. This not only makes the tea soup fresher, but also can combine the effects of various plants.
During the final boiling process, an appropriate amount of honey or red dates can be added according to personal taste to enhance the sweetness and taste of Eucommia ulmoides tea. Honey not only adds sweetness but also helps to boost immunity, while red dates add richness to the tea soup.
With the above simple steps, you can make a cup of eucommia tea that is rich in nutrients and tastes delicious. Eucommia ulmoides tea is rich in a variety of natural active substances, which has the effect of health care and health, and is suitable for people of different ages.