KARAK CHAI

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I found this tea on a recent trip to the UAE but have learned that it is popular all over the Middle East. Roughly translated, karak chai means 'strong tea'. It differs from Masala chai by using fewer spices, slightly stronger tea, evaporated milk, and lump sugar. I make up a big batch in the morning and drink it throughout the day. It's nice chilled or reheated.

Provided by Buckwheat Queen

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Tea     Hot

Time 20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups water
2 Assam tea bags
2 Ceylon tea bags
⅛ cup Chinese lump white sugar
1 (1/4 inch thick) slice fresh ginger
½ inch cinnamon stick
2 dried rose buds
3 pods green cardamom
2 pods black cardamom
1 cup evaporated milk

Steps:

  • Heat water in a small saucepan until bubbles start to form around the edges. Add tea bags. Reduce heat to a simmer.
  • Lightly crush lump sugar, ginger, cinnamon, rose buds, and cardamom pods in a mortar. Stir into the pot. Simmer until the tea bags and spices have become saturated, about 3 minutes. Add evaporated milk. Stir and simmer, without boiling, until sugar has dissolved and tea reaches the desired strength, about 8 minutes for strong tea. Strain into mugs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222.9 calories, Carbohydrate 26.4 g, Cholesterol 36.5 mg, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 144.4 mg, Sugar 25.4 g

Rosalind Wesaw
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I love this karak chai recipe. It's the perfect way to warm up on a cold day. I always feel so relaxed and cozy after drinking a cup of this tea.


PATRICK WAFULA
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This is the best karak chai recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I'm so glad I found this recipe.


kathleen Garcia
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This karak chai is so good! I love the way the spices blend together to create a rich and flavorful tea. I'm definitely going to be making this again.


Hafaz Arif bhatti
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I love this karak chai recipe. It's the perfect balance of spices and sweetness. I highly recommend it.


MOHA RAJA
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This karak chai is the perfect drink to serve at a party. It's easy to make a large batch and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Luke Brown
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I love the way this karak chai tastes with a little bit of honey. It's the perfect way to sweeten the tea without overpowering the spices.


Mogale Shila
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This karak chai is the perfect drink to enjoy on a rainy day. It's so comforting and relaxing.


Md SAWN
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I love the addition of ginger to this karak chai recipe. It gives the tea a little bit of a kick and helps to warm you up on a cold day.


Rayan Bashar
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This karak chai is the perfect drink to serve after a meal. It's light and refreshing, and it helps to settle the stomach.


Laxmi thapa
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I love this karak chai recipe. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my guests. I always get compliments on it.


Sakbol op
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This is my go-to karak chai recipe. It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious. I love the way the spices blend together to create a rich and flavorful tea.


Kashii Khan
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I've made this karak chai recipe several times now and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it. It's the perfect drink for any occasion.


Jhumur Chowdhury
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This karak chai is the perfect way to warm up on a cold day. It's also a great way to relax and de-stress. I love the cardamom and cloves in this recipe. They give the tea a really unique flavor.


Nathy Kieto
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I was a bit skeptical about making karak chai at home, but this recipe proved me wrong. It's so easy to make and the results are amazing. I'm so glad I tried it.


Mark Slane
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This is the best karak chai I've ever had. The spices are perfectly balanced and the tea is so smooth and creamy. I highly recommend this recipe.


mishmedley tv
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I love how easy this recipe is to follow. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make this karak chai without any problems. It turned out great!


SNB Gamer
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This karak chai recipe is a keeper! The flavors are so rich and complex, and the cardamom and cloves give it a wonderful aroma. I will definitely be making this again.