A glass of hot Sulaimani or black tea is the best drink to calm your mind and relax your tummy. More than a refreshing hot beverage, Sulaimani has many incredible health benefits too. Loaded with anti-oxidants, Sulaimani could help lower the blood pressure and boost immunity. Check out this interesting recipe for a two-toned magic Sulaimani.
Ingredients
2 ½ cups + ½ cup water
1 tsp tea powder
3 tbsp sugar
2 cardamom pods
2 cloves
1 small piece cinnamon
1 tsp chopped ginger
Preparation
Boil sugar, cardamom, cloves, cinnamon and ginger in 2 ½ cup water for 5 minutes
Turn off the flame when the water turns aromatic and changes colour
Strain and set aside
Meanwhile boil ½ cup water in another pan
Add the tea powder and boil for 3 minutes
Strain the tea and keep it aside
Pour the water that has been infused with aromatics up to ¾th of the serving glass
Now using a spoon, pour the tea slowly into the infused water through the sides of the glass
Note that everything would get mixed if the tea is poured swiftly
The magic Sulaimani will now look amazing with two layers of colours
Add a few drops of lemon juice if you prefer.