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How to Make Cardamom Infused Tea Recipe

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This cardamom-infused tea recipe offers a fragrant and soothing beverage that combines the aromatic flavors of green cardamom with black or green tea. Easy to prepare, it can be enjoyed plain or sweetened with honey, making it a perfect warm drink for relaxation or refreshment throughout the day.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup hot water
  • 3-4 cardamom pods (lightly crushed) or 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1 teaspoon black tea or green tea leaves (optional)
  • 1 star anise (optional)
  • Honey or sugar to taste (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the ingredients: Lightly crush 3-4 cardamom pods with a spoon to release their flavor, or measure 1/4 teaspoon of ground cardamom. If using star anise, have one pod ready. Measure 1 cup of water.
  2. Boil water: Bring 1 cup of water to a rolling boil in a teapot or saucepan. Once boiling, add the crushed cardamom pods or ground cardamom along with star anise if using.
  3. Steep the tea: Lower the heat and let the water simmer with the spices for about 5 minutes to extract the flavors fully. Remove from heat, add 1 teaspoon of black or green tea leaves if desired, and allow it to brew for an additional few minutes.
  4. Strain and serve: Strain the tea through a tea strainer to remove cardamom pods, star anise, and tea leaves. Pour the tea into a cup, add honey or sugar to taste, and enjoy hot.

Notes

  • Adjust the number of cardamom pods and water quantity proportionally for more servings.
  • Crushing cardamom pods helps to release more flavor.
  • Star anise adds a subtle licorice flavor, but it’s optional.
  • Sweeten with honey or sugar according to your preference.
  • If using ground cardamom, avoid over-steeping as it can become bitter.