Sweet Coffee or Saffron Infusion Qahwat Al Hilo
Delight your senses with the aromatic and flavorful Sweet Coffee or Saffron Infusion, also known as Qahwat Al Hilo, a fragrant Middle Eastern beverage that's perfect for special occasions or moments of quiet indulgence. This luxurious drink features a delicate balance of saffron threads, crushed cardamom pods, rose water, and optional light roast Arabic coffee grounds, enhanced by just the right touch of sweetness. With a quick prep time of just 5 minutes and simmering to perfection in 10, this warm and golden-hued infusion is as easy to make as it is to enjoy. Serve it in elegant cups to highlight its inviting floral and spiced aroma, making it an unforgettable sip-worthy experience. Perfect for lovers of exotic infusions, Qahwat Al Hilo is a celebration of tradition and elegance in a single cup!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Water
- 3 tablespoons Sugar
- 5 pods Whole cardamom pods
- 1 pinch Saffron threads
- 1 tablespoon Rose water
- 1 tablespoon Light roast Arabic coffee grounds (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Once the water starts heating, add 3 tablespoons of sugar and stir until fully dissolved.
Lightly crush the cardamom pods to release their flavor and add them to the water.
Add a pinch of saffron threads to the saucepan and let the mixture simmer gently for 5 minutes. The water should take on a subtle golden hue and a fragrant aroma.
Optional: If you'd like to include coffee in your infusion, add 1 tablespoon of light roast Arabic coffee grounds now. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon of rose water.
Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the cardamom pods, coffee grounds (if used), and any remaining saffron threads.
Pour into small coffee cups or glasses and serve immediately. Enjoy warm for the best flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
168 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 32 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.2 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 79 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 82 mg | 2% | |
*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.
