Karak Chai

Karak Chai

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Noura Al Ali

9 Feb 2026

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Cook

10 mins

Serves

2 People

Calories

350 calories

Indulge in the warm, spiced embrace of Karak Chai, a beloved Middle Eastern tea that combines robust black tea with creamy milk, aromatic cardamom, and a hint of cinnamon. Perfect for cozy afternoons or as a delightful pick-me-up any time of day.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons black tea leaves
  • 2 cups milk
  • 4 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 cardamom pods crushed cardamom
  • 1 stick cinnamon

Method

  1. 1

    In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add the black tea leaves, crushed cardamom, and cinnamon stick to the boiling water.

  3. 3

    Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 5 minutes to extract the flavors.

  4. 4

    Stir in the sugar and mix until dissolved, then add the milk.

  5. 5

    Bring the mixture back to a gentle boil, then simmer for another 3-5 minutes.

  6. 6

    Strain the Karak Chai into cups, discarding the tea leaves and spices.

  7. 7

    Serve hot and enjoy your refreshing cup of Karak Chai.

Nutrition per serving

350kcal
Calories

Fat

12g

Carbs

45g

Protein

12g

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Rate this recipe

4.7 · 44 ratings

Comments

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Louise Richard17/02/2026

This Karak Chai recipe was super quick and so easy to whip up. Perfect for a cozy moment without any fuss.

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Raphael Dubois16/02/2026

Making Karak Chai for the first time was surprisingly easy and turned out delicious. I felt a bit nervous about getting the flavors right, but it came together beautifully.

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Laila Rahimi15/02/2026

The rich, creamy texture of this Karak Chai is absolutely divine. The perfect balance of spices and tea makes each sip feel like a warm hug on a chilly day.

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Aoife Ryan11/02/2026

I was pleasantly surprised at how simple it was to make Karak Chai, and the flavor was so rich and comforting. It definitely exceeded my expectations for a homemade version of this classic tea.

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