Description
The Japanese Mounjaro recipe is a warm, low-calorie drink rooted in Japanese wellness traditions. Crafted with matcha, kombu, umeboshi, and ginger, this 4-ingredient fat-burning beverage supports digestion, regulates appetite, and complements GLP-1 weight-loss plans like Mounjaro. It’s perfect for mornings, detox days, or any time you want a clean, satisfying reset.
Ingredients
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1 teaspoon matcha powder (preferably ceremonial-grade)
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1 umeboshi plum or 1 teaspoon umeboshi paste
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1 thin slice fresh ginger, grated
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1 small piece dried kombu (thumb-sized)
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8 oz warm water (heated to 160–170°F)
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Optional: 1 tsp lemon juice or ½ tsp raw honey
Instructions
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Heat 8 oz water until warm but not boiling (160–170°F).
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Add the kombu and steep in warm water for 5 minutes.
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Whisk matcha powder in a small bowl with a splash of warm water until frothy.
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Remove kombu from the water.
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Add grated ginger, umeboshi, and whisked matcha to the warm kombu water.
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Optional: Stir in lemon juice or a touch of honey to taste.
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Drink immediately or chill and serve over ice.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Calories: 25 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g