Breakfast
Chai Shirin (milky cardamom tea)
Afghan black tea steeped in sweet milk and scented with cardamom, served hot in small cups. It is the friendly drink for visits and afternoon breaks.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Spices & seasoning
Optional extras
On the side
Nutrition facts
98 kcal per serving
- Protein
- 3.4 g
- Carbohydrates
- 13.4 g
- Fat
- 3.4 g
- of which saturated fat
- 2.2 g
- Fiber
- 0.1 g
Ecomely’s estimate, calculated from the ingredients with the ANSES Ciqual food composition table, excluding sides and seasoning added to taste.
Instructions
- Bring the water to the boil in a saucepan with the lightly crushed cardamom pods.
- Add the black tea, lower the heat and let it infuse for 3 minutes.
- Pour in the milk and sugar, then bring gently to a simmer without letting it boil.
- Simmer for 3 minutes, stirring so the milk and tea blend well.
- Strain into a teapot and serve hot, with a pinch of cinnamon on each cup.
Variations and tips
Lighter. Reduce the milk to 250 ml and top up with water for a less creamy drink.
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Original Ecomely recipe.