Karak chai, also known as kadak chai, is a strong and flavorful spiced tea that originated in the Middle

East and South

Asia. It’s a delightful blend of black tea, aromatic spices, and creamy milk. Here’s how you can make your own karak
chai at home:

Ingredients:
• 4 Tetley British Blend or Orange Pekoe tea bags
• 13 cardamom pods (cracked)

• 1 cinnamon stick (about 3 inches long)

• 3 tablespoons (or more) sugar

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 cup evaporated milk

1 Instructions:
1. Boil the Water and Add Spices:

• Bring 6 cups of water to a boil in a medium pot or tea kettle.

• Add the tea bags, cracked cardamom pods, cinnamon stick, sugar, and vanilla extract.
• Return to a boil, stirring to ensure the tea doesn’t boil over.

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• Simmer and Infuse:

• Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the tea simmer for about 30 minutes.

• The longer it simmers, the stronger and creamier it will become.

• The color should turn caramel-like.

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• Add Evaporated Milk:

• Stir in the evaporated milk and return to a boil briefly.

• Watch carefully to prevent boiling over.

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• Strain and Serve:
• Strain the tea through a fine-mesh sieve into mugs.

• Discard the spices and tea bags.

• Enjoy your homemade karak chai!

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Remember, karak chai is all about bold flavors, so feel free to adjust the spices and sweet-
ness to your liking. Whether you’re sipping it in the morning or during an afternoon break,
this tea is sure to warm your soul! ☕☕