How To Make Persian Tea At Home | Chai

Iranians drink tea any time of the day. Persian tea is a national drink that's more than just a beverage. Learn how to make Persian tea at home.

How To Make Persian Tea At Home

Iranians drink tea any time of the day. Persian tea is a national drink that's more than just a beverage. Learn how to make Persian tea at home.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups water
  • 2 tbsp loose leaf black tea

Additional flavoring (choose one)

  • 2 cardamom pods
  • 4 strands saffron
  • 4 edible rosebuds
  • 2 inches cinnamon stick

Instructions:

  • Bring 2 cups of water to boil.
  • Place the loose leaf tea in a teapot.
  • Pour hot water over the tea. Put the lid on.
  • Let the tea brew in the teapot for about 5-10 minutes.
  • Bring more water to boil.
  • Fill ⅓ glass cups with brewed tea. Fill the cups with hot water.
  • For darker tea, fill ½ cups with brewed tea and for lighter tea, fill the cups up to ¼.
  • Serve with sugar cubes, raisins, dates or cookies.
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