Assam Recipe
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Sweetener (optional)
Milk (optional)
Spices (optional)
Method
Preparation of Tea
- 1
Boil Water
In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add Tea Leaves
Once the water is boiling, add 2 tablespoons of Assam black tea leaves to the water.
- 3
Simmer
Reduce the heat and let the tea simmer for about 3-5 minutes, depending on your desired strength.
Optional Additions
- 4
Sweetening the Tea
If desired, add 1 tablespoon of sugar or honey to the simmering tea and stir until dissolved.
- 5
- 6
Spicing it Up
For added flavor, toss in 2 whole cardamom pods and 1 cinnamon stick while the tea is simmering.
Final Steps
- 7
Strain the Tea
After simmering, strain the tea into a cup using a fine mesh strainer to remove the tea leaves and spices.
- 8
Serve
Serve the Assam tea hot, optionally garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a dollop of whipped cream if desired.