Authentic Karak Chai Recipe: A Bold & Spiced Delight at Home
Experience the rich and bold flavors of the Middle East with this Authentic Karak Chai Recipe. Perfectly spiced and brewed to perfection, make this delightful tea at home.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 4 cups water
- 4 tablespoons loose black tea
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 tablespoons sugar (adjust to taste)
- 2–3 pods cardamom
- 1 star anise (optional)
- 1 cinnamon stick (optional)
- Bring the water to a boil in a saucepan.
- Add the loose black tea, cardamom pods, star anise, and cinnamon stick, and let it simmer for about 5-10 minutes.
- Pour in the milk and add sugar, stirring well.
- Allow the mixture to simmer for another 5 minutes until well combined and aromatic.
- Strain the tea into cups, and serve hot.
Notes
- Adjust the sugar according to your preference for sweetness.
- For a richer flavor, use more milk.
- Experiment with additional spices like ginger for a different twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Authentic Karak Chai, Middle Eastern Tea, Spiced Tea, Homemade Karak Chai