Spiced Karak Tea (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Tea Base
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2 cups water
02 -
2 tsp loose black tea (or 2 black tea bags
→ Spices
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½ tsp ground cardamom (or 2 crushed cardamom pods)
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½ tsp cinnamon powder (or 1 small cinnamon stick)
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1 inch piece of ginger, grated
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¼ tsp saffron strands (optional)
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2 cloves (optional)
→ Dairy and Sweetener
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½ cup evaporated milk (or regular milk)
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2 tbsp sugar, or to taste
# Instructions:
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In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add cardamom, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves & saffron (if using). Let it simmer for 2 minutes to infuse the flavors.
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Add loose black tea or tea bags to the spiced water. Let it simmer on low heat for 3-5 minutes until the tea darkens and the aroma intensifies.
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Stir in evaporated milk (or regular milk) and bring the tea to a gentle boil. Simmer for 3-4 minutes to develop a rich, creamy texture.
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Add sugar to taste and stir well. Let the tea simmer for another 2 minutes to blend all the flavors.
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Strain the tea into cups using a fine sieve to remove the spices and tea leaves. Serve hot.
# Notes:
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Karak tea is a fragrant, spiced milk tea popular throughout the Middle East, particularly in Gulf countries. For authentic results, use evaporated milk for a richer texture.