Everyday meals
Chai Mosaffa (spiced tea)
Afghan black tea scented with cardamom, clove and cinnamon. A warm drink served with meals and long conversations, enjoyed sweet or plain.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Infusion
Spices & seasoning
Optional extras
Instructions
- Bring the water to a boil in a saucepan with the cinnamon, cloves, crushed cardamom and ginger cut into thin slices.
- Let it simmer for 5 minutes so the spices release their aromas.
- Add the black tea, turn off the heat and cover for a 5-minute infusion.
- Strain into glasses, add sugar to your taste and serve hot.
Variations and tips
Milky version. Add 100 ml of hot milk to each glass for a creamier tea.
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Original Ecomely recipe.