Afghan Tea an Authentic Family Recipe
Experience the warmth and authenticity of Afghan culture with this family-inspired Afghan Tea recipe, a fragrant blend of green tea leaves, cardamom pods, cloves, and cinnamon. Perfectly balanced with optional sugar or a splash of milk for a chai-style twist, this tea is steeped to aromatic perfection in just 10 minutes. Whether enjoyed on its own or paired with traditional Afghan sweets or biscuits, this soothing beverage offers a cozy, culturally rich experience in every sip. With its quick preparation time and deeply infused flavors, this drink is ideal for tea enthusiasts seeking a unique and authentic taste of Afghanistan.
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Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons green tea leaves
- 5 pods cardamom pods
- 3 pieces cloves
- 1 small stick cinnamon stick
- 4 cups water
- 2 teaspoons sugar (optional)
- 1 cup milk (optional, for chai-style)
Directions
Step 1
Start by lightly crushing the cardamom pods using the back of a spoon to release their aroma.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium heat.
Step 3
Once the water is boiling, add green tea leaves, crushed cardamom pods, cloves, and the cinnamon stick.
Step 4
Lower the heat to a gentle simmer and let the tea steep for 5-7 minutes to infuse the flavors.
Step 5
If desired, add sugar to the tea while it is simmering, adjusting the sweetness to your taste.
Step 6
For a chai-style Afghan tea, add milk at this stage and let it heat through for another 2 minutes without boiling.
Step 7
Strain the tea through a fine sieve into serving cups to remove the tea leaves and spices.
Step 8
Serve hot and enjoy with traditional Afghan sweets or biscuits.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1223 grams (1223.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 179 |
| Total Fat 5.70g | 7% |
| Saturated Fat 3.30g | 16% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 20mg | 7% |
| Sodium 144mg | 6% |
| Total Carbohydrate 26.30g | 10% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.10g | 11% |
| Total Sugars 20.50g | |
| Protein 8.50g | 17% |
| Vitamin D 100IU | 500% |
| Calcium 420mg | 32% |
| Iron 1mg | 6% |
| Potassium 440mg | 9% |
Source of Calories