Persian Love Tea
Indulge in the aromatic allure of Persian Love Tea, a soul-warming beverage that blends the timeless elegance of black tea with the delicate floral notes of dried rose petals. This fragrant infusion is elevated by the exotic spice of green cardamom pods, a hint of cinnamon, and the bright zest of lemon peel, creating a perfect harmony of sweet, spicy, and citrusy flavors. Ready in just 15 minutes, this enchanting tea is as beautiful to serve as it is to sip, making it ideal for romantic evenings or cozy gatherings. Serve it sweetened with honey or sugar and garnish with a single rose petal for a visually stunning presentation that’s sure to impress. Perfect for tea lovers seeking a unique and flavorful experience, Persian Love Tea is your ticket to exotic indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons loose black tea
- 1 tablespoon dried rose petals (food-grade)
- 2 pods green cardamom pods
- 0.5 stick cinnamon stick
- 1 strip dried lemon peel or fresh lemon peel
- 1 teaspoon honey or sugar (optional)
- 2 cups water
Instructions
1. In a small saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a gentle boil.
2. While the water is heating, lightly crush the cardamom pods with the back of a spoon to release their flavor.
3. Once the water begins to boil, reduce the heat to a simmer and add loose black tea, dried rose petals, crushed cardamom pods, the cinnamon stick, and the lemon peel.
4. Allow the mixture to simmer gently for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure the flavors infuse well.
5. Turn off the heat and let the tea steep for an additional 2 minutes to deepen the flavor.
6. Strain the tea into cups using a fine mesh strainer to remove the solids.
7. Sweeten with honey or sugar, if desired, and stir until dissolved.
8. Serve warm and garnish with a single dried rose petal or a twist of lemon peel for an elegant touch. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
44 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 18 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.8 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.3 g | ||
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 58 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 48 mg | 1% | |
*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.
