Caano Kulan (spiced hot milk)

Instructions

1. Lightly crush the cardamom pods in a mortar to release their aromas.
2. In a saucepan, pour in the milk and add the cardamom, cloves and cinnamon.
3. Heat over medium heat, stirring until it starts to simmer, without letting it boil.
4. Add the sugar and the black tea if you're using it, then leave to infuse for 5 minutes off the heat.
5. Strain the milk through a fine sieve to remove the spices.
6. Reheat for 1 minute and serve piping hot in cups, with a pinch of nutmeg.