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Caano Shaah (milky tea)

Sweet milky tea flavoured with cardamom, the everyday drink par excellence in Somalia. Creamy and comforting, it is drunk in the morning and throughout the day.

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Ingredients

Nutrition facts

125 kcal per serving

Protein
4.2 g
Carbohydrates
17.4 g
Fat
4.2 g
of which saturated fat
2.8 g
Fiber
0 g

Ecomely’s estimate, calculated from the ingredients with the ANSES Ciqual food composition table, excluding sides and seasoning added to taste.

Instructions

  1. Lightly crush the cardamom pods to release their seeds.
  2. Bring the water to the boil with the cardamom seeds and let steep for 3 minutes.
  3. Add the black tea and let steep for another 3 minutes.
  4. Pour in the milk and sugar, then bring to a simmer without letting it boil.
  5. Strain and serve hot in cups.

Variations and tips

Ginger version. Add a thin slice of fresh ginger with the cardamom for a spicier drink.

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