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Karak Chai

Creamy, bold, and deeply spiced, karak tea is the Middle Eastern cousin of chai, known for its rich flavors and comforting warmth. Infused with cardamom, cinnamon, and ginger, it’s simmered slowly to create a velvety, fragrant cup. Perfect for chilly mornings or whenever you need a little extra warmth, this tea never disappoints.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Yields4 servings
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Servings4 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 cups water
  • 2 cups evaporated milk
  • 6 to 8 cardamom pods, lightly crushed
  • 3 cinnamon sticks
  • 1 ginger cube, or a small piece of fresh ginger
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar, adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 black/red tea bags

Instructions 

  1. In a medium pot, combine the water, evaporated milk, cardamom pods, cinnamon sticks, and ginger. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat.
  2. Once it starts bubbling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 5 to 7 minutes. This allows the spices to infuse the milk and water with their rich, warm flavors.
  3. Place the tea bags into the pot and let them steep for 3 to 5 minutes, depending on how strong you like your tea. Stir occasionally to help the tea blend with the spiced milk. You’ll know it’s ready when the color turns a deep, caramel brown. Stir in the brown sugar until it dissolves completely.
  4. Add the vanilla extract and let it simmer for another minute to enhance the flavor.
  5. Remove the pot from the heat and carefully strain the tea into cups to remove the spices and tea bags.
  6. Serve hot and enjoy!

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