Omani Breakfast Tea
Start your morning with a warm and aromatic cup of Omani Breakfast Tea, a cherished Middle Eastern beverage that combines bold black tea with the comforting spices of cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves. This traditional recipe is beautifully balanced with the creamy sweetness of sweetened condensed milk, and a hint of ground ginger adds a gentle layer of warmth if desired. Ready in just 15 minutes, this soothing tea is perfect for elevating your breakfast routine or as a mid-morning pick-me-up. Served piping hot, it offers a perfectly spiced and indulgently creamy experience that pairs wonderfully with pastries or savory bites. Whether you're seeking a taste of Omani hospitality or a simple way to enhance your tea ritual, this recipe is an easy yet flavorful delight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons Black tea (loose leaves or tea bags)
- 2 cups Water
- 4 pieces Whole cardamom pods
- 1 piece Cinnamon stick
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground cloves
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground ginger (optional)
- 4 tablespoons Sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoons Sugar (optional, to taste)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil over medium heat.
Once the water is boiling, add the black tea, whole cardamom pods (slightly crushed to release their flavor), cinnamon stick, ground cloves, and optionally, ground ginger.
Lower the heat to medium-low and allow the tea and spices to simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse.
Add the sweetened condensed milk to the saucepan and stir well to combine. Let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
Taste the tea and add sugar if desired, stirring until dissolved.
Strain the tea into cups using a fine mesh sieve to remove the spices and tea leaves.
Serve hot and enjoy your traditional Omani Breakfast Tea.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
122 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.1 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.9 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 48 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.9 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.2 g | ||
| Protein | 2.5 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 128 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 128 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.
