Afghan Hot Tea Recipe
Make Afghan Hot Tea Recipe in just 25m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Flavoring
Method
Preparing the Tea
- 1
Boil Water
In a medium-sized saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil.
- 2
Add Tea and Spices
Once the water is boiling, add 4 tsp of black tea leaves, 4 whole cardamom pods, and 1 cinnamon stick to the water.
- 3
Simmer the Mixture
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse.
- 4
Strain the Tea
After 10 minutes, strain the tea into a teapot or another container to remove the tea leaves and spices.
Finishing the Tea
- 5
- 6
Heat the Tea
Place the teapot over low heat and warm the tea gently for another 5 minutes, ensuring it doesn't boil.
- 7
Serve Hot
Pour the hot tea into cups and serve immediately. Enjoy your Afghan hot tea!

