Servings: 4
INGREDIENTS
- 4¼ cups/1 liter milk
- ½ cup sugar/honey
- 1 green cardamom pod
- 1 cinnamon stick
- ¼ teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 bay leaf
- 1½ teaspoons 7 grams green/black tea powder
INSTRUCTIONS
- In a saucepan over medium heat, let the sugar melt and caramelize, stirring continuously to prevent any burning mishaps.
- Add the green cardamom pod, cinnamon stick, grated ginger, and bay leaf to the saucepan. Stir them together, allowing their essence to infuse the syrup for about a minute.
- Pour 1 cup of milk into the saucepan and stir to dissolve the caramelized sugar and mingle it with the harmonious blend of spices.
- Gradually incorporate the remaining milk into the pan, continuing to stir. Increase the heat and let the mixture reach a gentle boil. Stir occasionally to ensure every sip is a delight, while guarding against any scorching.
- As the milk boils, lower the heat to a gentle simmer and sprinkle in the green or black tea powder. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes, inviting the flavors to weave their magic.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and strain the tea. Embrace the authentic Nepali experience by serving this enchanting tea in fire-baked mud cups, or unleash your creativity with any desired serving cups.
RECIPE NOTES
Feel free to adjust the sugar according to your taste preferences and add a sprinkle of ground cardamom or cinnamon to elevate the flavor profile even further.