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.
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
- In a pot, bring the water to a boil.
- Add the tea bags, cloves, cardamom pods, and cinnamon stick to the boiling water.
- Reduce the heat and let the tea simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stir in the sugar and ground ginger, and let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- 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