Homemade Lebanese Spiced Tea for a Cozy Sip Anytime

Try this delicious Lebanese spiced tea, Aynar, a comforting beverage filled with aromatic spices and perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 1 30

Total Time 1 40

Servings: 4 cups

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: Lebanese

Calories: 120

For the Tea Base

4 cups Water Acts as the essential base for extracting the aromatic flavors from the spices.
2 stalks Cinnamon Sticks Adds warmth and depth of flavor; can substitute with ground cinnamon if needed.
2 inches Fresh Ginger Provides a spicy kick; dried ginger can work as a substitute in smaller amounts.
2 teaspoons Anise Seeds Imparts a sweet, licorice-like flavor; star anise can be used for a similar taste.
1 pinch Nutmeg Complements the spice blend with its fragrant note; freshly grated nutmeg is preferred.

For Sweetening

0.5 cups Granulated Sugar Sweetens the tea; feel free to adjust sweetness to your liking or use honey for a unique twist.

For Garnishing

1 handful Chopped Nuts (Walnuts, Pine Nuts, Pistachios, Almonds) Adds a delightful crunch; choose your favorite or opt for a nut-free version.

Preparation

In a medium saucepan, pour in four cups of water and bring it to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
As the water bubbles, add in two cinnamon sticks, a sliced two-inch piece of fresh ginger, two teaspoons of anise seeds, and a pinch of freshly grated nutmeg.
Reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan, allowing the concoction to simmer gently for 1 to 1.5 hours.
About ten minutes before you're ready to serve, uncover the saucepan and whisk in half a cup of granulated sugar until fully dissolved.
After the cooking time has elapsed, remove the saucepan from heat and strain the tea through a fine mesh sieve.
To serve, place a handful of chopped nuts at the bottom of each cup and carefully pour the hot tea over the nuts.

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 32gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 28g

This Lebanese spiced tea recipe is not just a beverage; it’s a warm embrace in a cup that’s perfect for any occasion.

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