KARAK CHAI
I found this tea on a recent trip to the UAE but have learned that it is popular all over the Middle East. Roughly translated, karak chai means 'strong tea'. It differs from Masala chai by using fewer spices, slightly stronger tea, evaporated milk, and lump sugar. I make up a big batch in the morning and drink it throughout the day. It's nice chilled or reheated.
Provided by Buckwheat Queen
Categories Drinks Recipes Tea Hot
Time 20m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat water in a small saucepan until bubbles start to form around the edges. Add tea bags. Reduce heat to a simmer.
- Lightly crush lump sugar, ginger, cinnamon, rose buds, and cardamom pods in a mortar. Stir into the pot. Simmer until the tea bags and spices have become saturated, about 3 minutes. Add evaporated milk. Stir and simmer, without boiling, until sugar has dissolved and tea reaches the desired strength, about 8 minutes for strong tea. Strain into mugs.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 222.9 calories, Carbohydrate 26.4 g, Cholesterol 36.5 mg, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 144.4 mg, Sugar 25.4 g
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Donay McPherson
[email protected]This karak chai is the perfect drink for a relaxing evening. It's warm and comforting, and the spices help me to unwind.
Rajendra Dhami
[email protected]I'm not a big tea drinker, but I really enjoyed this karak chai. It's not too strong and the spices give it a really nice flavor.
Amahle Msibi
[email protected]This karak chai is a delicious and healthy way to start my day. It's also a great way to get my daily dose of antioxidants.
Kabita Ghalley
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this karak chai recipe. It's now my go-to drink when I need something warm and comforting.
Winde Marcelino
[email protected]This karak chai is perfect for a party or gathering. It's easy to make a large batch and it's always a hit with my guests.
Eleonor Si
[email protected]I love that this karak chai recipe is so customizable. I can add more or less sugar, spices, or milk depending on my preference.
Z&N UNCUT
[email protected]This karak chai is a great way to use up leftover tea leaves. It's also a really affordable drink to make.
Zule Huma
[email protected]I'm not sure I did something wrong, but my karak chai turned out really bitter. I think I might have used too much ginger.
Muhammmad Ahmed
[email protected]I didn't have any cardamom on hand, so I used cinnamon instead. It turned out really well! The cinnamon gives it a nice warm flavor.
xamse Hassan
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my karak chai turned out great! It's a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth it.
Steve Mendez
[email protected]This karak chai is the best I've ever had! It's so flavorful and aromatic. I can't wait to make it again.
MD DALWAR
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of cardamom, but I still enjoyed this karak chai. The ginger and black tea really balance out the flavor.
Prance Noman
[email protected]This karak chai is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still really good. I think I'll try making it with less sugar next time.
Yousaf Jhandeer
[email protected]I've never had karak chai before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I love the combination of spices.
Usama Mushtaq
[email protected]This karak chai is the perfect drink for a cold winter day. It's warm and comforting, and the spices give it a really nice flavor.
maturu daniel
[email protected]Just made this karak chai and it is delicious! The cardamom and ginger give it a really nice flavor. I will definitely be making this again.