Description
A Japanese-inspired wellness drink with two variations: the traditional umami-rich recipe with matcha, kombu, umeboshi, and ginger, and the simplified bright version with lemon, ginger, honey, and apple cider vinegar. A soothing tonic to start your day.
Ingredients
**Traditional Japanese Mounjaro**
1 tsp matcha powder
½ umeboshi plum or 1 tsp umeboshi paste
1 small strip kombu (dried seaweed)
1 tsp grated ginger
1 cup warm water (160–175°F / 70–80°C)
Optional: splash of lemon juice or drizzle of honey
**Simplified Mounjaro Drink**
1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
Juice of ½ lemon
½–1 tsp grated ginger
1 tsp honey (optional)
1 cup warm water
Instructions
1. Soak kombu in warm water for 5 minutes, then remove.
2. Whisk matcha with a little kombu water until smooth.
3. Stir in grated ginger and umeboshi.
4. Combine with remaining warm water and sweeten if desired.
5.
6. For simplified version: mix lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, ginger, and honey into warm water.
7. Stir until well blended.
8. Serve warm and sip slowly.
Notes
The traditional version offers savory umami flavor and mineral support, while the simplified version is lighter, citrusy, and quick to make.
Drink in the morning or before meals for best results.
This recipe is not a substitute for medical treatments or prescription Mounjaro.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg