Bedouin Tea Recipe

Escape to the desert with this authentic Bedouin spiced tea recipe! A comforting and flavorful beverage enjoyed for centuries by nomadic peoples, this tea blends warming spices with earthy herbs for a truly unique experience. Easily adaptable to your taste, you can experiment with different herbs like thyme, sage, wild oregano, or even a blend! Perfect for chilly evenings or a moment of peaceful indulgence. This recipe brings the flavors of the Arabian desert to your kitchen.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 3.9 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 4.0 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bedouin Tea

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How to Make Bedouin Tea

  1. Heat 4 1/2 cups (1065ml) of water in a saucepan.
  2. Add 2 teaspoons dried thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried sage/wild oregano), 3 green cardamom pods (lightly crushed), 1 cinnamon stick (about 2 inches), and 2 teaspoons black tea leaves.
  3. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 5 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and let steep for 5 minutes.
  5. Strain the tea through a fine-mesh sieve into mugs.
  6. Add honey or other sweetener to taste, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

0g

Carbs

0g