WetAir recipes
Herbal tea blend
Mint and rosemary dried separately for a hot infusion.
Build “Herbal tea blend” only from finished dry components.
Mint gives the infusion freshness and a smaller portion of rosemary adds character without making a health claim.
| Ready when | The mix is ready only when every component meets its own physical dryness endpoint, has cooled completely and shows no visible moisture. |
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| Compatible models | WetAir WFD-K1000S, WetAir WFD-K700BSS |
Ingredients
- dried mint 45 g
- dried rosemary 25 g
Method
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Prepare
Prepare dried mint separately with its WetAir recipe.
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Prepare dried rosemary in the same way without shortening their separate processes.
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Prepare every component separately with its complete recipe, cool it and check its dryness again.
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Arrange and dry
Do not dry different raw components as one mixture; each must complete its own process first.
Leave space between pieces so air can move freely around them. -
Remove every soft, sticky, damp or doubtful piece.
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Combine only dry cold components with clean dry utensils and close the container immediately.
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Check and cool
The mix is ready only when every component meets its own physical dryness endpoint, has cooled completely and shows no visible moisture.
Check the texture on a separate piece after it cools briefly. -
Let every dry component cool completely before combining them.
After cooling
Keep the dry mixture airtight in a cool, dry and dark place and check the container for condensation.
How to enjoy it
Cover a small portion with boiling water, allow it to infuse and strain before serving.
Sources and evidence
Compatible WetAir models
Sources
- Oregon State University Extension — garden herbal tea blends
- National Center for Home Food Preservation — drying herbs
- National Center for Home Food Preservation — packing dried food
- University of Minnesota Extension — home drying fundamentals
- WetAir instructions for the large steel dehydrator
- WetAir instructions for the compact steel dehydrator
Frequently asked questions
Can all components be dried together?
No. Dry each component through its separate recipe first, then let it cool completely.
What should I do with a damp piece?
Keep it out of the mixture. Check the separate batch and dry it further only if there is no spoilage.
