Authentic Japanese Mounjaro Recipe (Matcha & Umeboshi)

Steaming mug of authentic Japanese Mounjaro recipe with matcha, ginger, umeboshi, and kombu

Jason Clarke

Authentic Japanese Mounjaro Recipe (Matcha & Umeboshi)

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Forget the viral lemon drink! Discover the authentic Japanese Mounjaro recipe—a warm, savory wellness tea that feels like a hug in a mug. Made with earthy matcha, salty-sour umeboshi plum, and umami-rich kombu, this traditional brew supports digestion and metabolism. A true wellness ritual.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Servings: 1 serving

Course: Drink

Cuisine: Japanese

Calories: 14

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

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Main

1 strip kombu about the size of your thumb
1 tsp matcha powder ceremonial grade preferred
1 tsp umeboshi paste or half of a whole plum, mashed
1 tsp fresh ginger grated

Method

Place a strip of kombu into a mug and fill it with hot water from the tap. Let it steep for 5–10 minutes until the water turns cloudy and smells brothy.
In a small bowl, add the matcha powder and a splash of the warm kombu water. Whisk or stir quickly back and forth until smooth and slightly frothy.
Remove and discard the kombu strip from the mug. Add the mashed umeboshi and grated ginger to the kombu water. Stir well.
Pour the prepared matcha into the mug. Stir again until everything is combined. Serve warm and enjoy.

Nutrition

Calories: 14kcalCarbohydrates: 0.5gProtein: 2gFat: 0.02gSodium: 3mgPotassium: 9mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 0.04gVitamin A: 201IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 1mg

Notes

If the flavor is intense at first, start with half the umeboshi and adjust to taste. Kombu is high in iodine, so if you have thyroid concerns, consult your doctor before making this a daily habit. This tea is best sipped slowly on an empty stomach or when you're feeling off.

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