Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 cups water
- 4 teaspoons loose black tea leaves
- 4 cardamom pods, crushed
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 4 tablespoons sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
Special equipment needed:
- Poci (Indonesian clay teapot)
- Strainer
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a saucepan, bring water to a boil.
2. Add the tea leaves, cardamom pods, and cinnamon sticks to the boiling water.
3. Reduce heat to low and let the tea simmer for 5 minutes.
4. Remove from heat and strain the tea into the Poci.
5. Add sugar and stir until dissolved.
6. Pour milk into the Poci and stir.
7. Serve hot.
Time:
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: 5 minutes
Temperature:
Simmer on low heat.
Serving size:
This recipe serves 4 people.
Nutritional information:
Calories: 70
Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 1g
Sodium: 20mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Loose black tea leaves can be substituted with tea bags.
- Cardamom pods can be substituted with ground cardamom.
- Cinnamon sticks can be substituted with ground cinnamon.
- Sugar can be substituted with honey or agave nectar.
- Milk can be substituted with almond milk or soy milk.
Variations:
- Add a pinch of ground ginger for a spicy kick.
- Use green tea instead of black tea for a lighter flavor.
- Add a splash of vanilla extract for a sweet twist.
Tips and tricks:
- Use a strainer to remove any tea leaves or spices from the tea.
- Adjust the amount of sugar to your liking.
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
Storage instructions:
This tea is best served fresh and should not be stored.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat in a saucepan on low heat until warm.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the tea in traditional Indonesian cups or teacups.
Garnishes:
Garnish with a cinnamon stick or a sprinkle of ground cinnamon.
Pairings:
This tea pairs well with Indonesian snacks such as pisang goreng (fried bananas) or kue lapis (layered cake).
Suggested side dishes:
Serve with a side of Indonesian crackers or cookies.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the tea is too strong, reduce the amount of tea leaves used.
- If the tea is too weak, increase the amount of tea leaves used.
Food safety advice:
Use fresh ingredients and clean utensils to prevent contamination.
Food history:
Teh Poci is a traditional Indonesian tea that is usually served in clay teapots called Poci.
Flavor profiles:
This tea has a bold and spicy flavor with hints of cardamom and cinnamon.
Serving suggestions:
Serve hot as a comforting drink.
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Region: Indonesian