East African Cardamom Tea
Indulge in the warm, aromatic embrace of East African Cardamom Tea, a spiced tea recipe that’s as comforting as it is flavorful. Infused with the exotic essence of crushed cardamom pods, this traditional beverage is elevated with optional add-ins like cinnamon, ginger, and cloves for a truly customizable experience. Whether you prefer it robust with just black tea or creamy with a splash of milk, this tea strikes the perfect balance of bold and soothing. Sweetened with sugar or honey to your taste, it’s ready in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal choice for cozy mornings or serene evening moments. Perfectly steeped and spiced, this tea will transport your taste buds straight to East Africa with every sip. Keywords: East African tea, cardamom tea recipe, spiced tea, aromatic tea.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Water
- 6 pods Whole cardamom pods
- 2 tablespoons Black tea leaves (loose or in bags)
- 1 cup Milk (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Sugar (or honey, to taste)
- 1 stick Cinnamon stick (optional)
- 1 inch Fresh ginger, sliced (optional)
- 3 pieces Cloves (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium heat.
Lightly crush the whole cardamom pods using a mortar and pestle or the back of a spoon to release their flavor, and add them to the boiling water.
If desired, add the cinnamon stick, sliced ginger, and cloves to the water for additional spice and flavor.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer the spices for 5 minutes to infuse the water with their aroma.
Add the black tea leaves (or tea bags) to the spiced water, and let it simmer for another 3-5 minutes. Adjust steeping time based on your preferred tea strength.
If using milk, stir it in at this stage and let the tea return to a gentle simmer for 1-2 minutes.
Stir in sugar or honey to taste, and ensure it is fully dissolved.
Strain the tea into a teapot or directly into cups to remove the spices and tea leaves.
Serve hot and enjoy the comforting and aromatic flavors of East African Cardamom Tea.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
148 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 48 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.7 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.8 g | ||
| Protein | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 148 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 139 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
