Spiced Tea (somali Cajiin)

Spiced Tea, known as Somali Cajiin, is a popular hot beverage in Somali cuisine. It is a comforting and aromatic drink that is perfect for warming up on a chilly day.

Spiced Tea (somali Cajiin)

Ingredients

  • 4 cups water
  • 4 black tea bags
  • 4 whole cloves
  • 4 cardamom pods
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1/4 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

Instructions

  1. In a pot, bring the water to a boil.
  2. Add the tea bags, cloves, cardamom pods, and cinnamon stick to the boiling water.
  3. Reduce the heat and let the tea simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in the sugar and ground ginger, and let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  5. Strain the tea into cups and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
5 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
15 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
50 per serving
Carbohydrates
12g
Fat
0g
Protein
0g

Supplies

Pot Stirring spoon Strainer

Tools

Cups

Serving suggestions

Serve the spiced tea with traditional Somali snacks like sambusas or mandazi.

Tips & tricks

Adjust the sweetness and spice level to suit your taste preferences.

Cost

$5