HOW TO PREPARE KARAK TEA IN JUST 7 SIMPLE STEPS

Karak tea (also called masala chai) is An Indian tea, which is unique, and tasty because of its strong flavor and its beautiful caramel color. It’s become very common and popular in the Middle East especially in Saudi Arabia due to the global trade. “Karak chai, or masala chai, roughly translates to ‘strong tea’ and is a South Asian hot beverage made from a blend of black tea, milk, sugar and cardamom

Here is how to make Karak tea

Ingredients
 

• 3 T bags of black tea
• 3 cups water
• ¾ cup condensed milk or evaporated milk
• 2 t-spoon sugar, optional
• ½ t-spoon ground cinnamon
• 2 cardamom

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1.  Add tea to milk in vessel over low heat. Use 4 teaspoons loose leaf or 4 tea bags for every 3 tea cups. When making a single cup, use 2 tea-spoons loose/2 bags.

2. Once added, blending the tea repeatedly. Don’t leave.  Use low heat to swill gradually and to stop furiously dangerous hot milky overflow.

3.  The milk will finally boil into frothy bubbles. You will notice that the color has changed from white to a caramel cream.

4.  Remove it from heat.  It will still bear to pervade. The rougher you want it, the more you should heat it. I found this way more strong than coffee and equal to two Red Bulls as is.  So consuming it too late in the day might not be a good idea if you have any remote wish to go to bed on time. However, if you want to be speed racing Formula 1 cars on two legs, by all means, knock yourself out and return to stove to reduce and further infuse.

5.  However, the rest of us simply eliminate, allow the tea to settle a bit then strain. As it cools it also thick ends into a delicious richness

6.  Place your tea tray as informally or formally as you wish. This was a light, casual meeting of sister friends and while both our host and the lady who made this karak chai are the queens of formal entertainment, this was only a relaxed gathering with no need for formalities or the requisite opulence.

7.  If wanted, add sugar to taste and serve directly.  This makes a great post meal pick-me-up especially after the familiar exhaustion of over tolerance. Or simply just a great way to start your morning or make it over a long day. You can serve at the end of your brunch for a lovely striking, Arabian touch.

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ARABIC COFFEE INGREDIENTS

Arabic coffee is allied with hospitality and tradition in the Gulf region especially in Saudi Arabia. When someone visit any Arabic family’s home and even some launches and you will always be greeted with a serving of Arabic coffee, with an contribution of sweets and dates . Arabic coffee is served in a small elusive cup called a finjan and only filled to one-third, filling any more than this with Arabic coffee is not deliberated good custom!

The Arabic coffee dallah is always held with the left hand and the small cups filled with coffee served with the right, guests receiving the Arabic coffee should do so with their right hand. Typically it is usual to serve no more than three cups of Arabic coffee, in which the guest should at least accept one cup… wiggling the cup from side to side when done.

We love Arabic coffee and when visiting my in-laws house the customary three cups of coffee usually goes out the window! For us Arabic coffee is very light and refreshing (not to be mixed up with Turkish espresso), with warm and hospitable aromas and flavours of light coffee, cardamom and saffron!

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Is Drinking Arabic Coffee Good For Your Health?

Arabica beans crop the most common type of coffee in the world. In fact, the Coffee Study Institute assessments that up to 80 % of the world’s coffee is created from Arabica coffee beans. Arabic coffee is one type of beverage made from these coffee beans, which offer numerous nutritional benefits. The key is to moderate your general coffee consumption and to limit fattening additives.

Antioxidants and Phytonutrients

Like any other types of coffees, Arabica coffee gives more than a pick-me-up. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics applauses black coffee for its possible anti-inflammatory things, thanks to antioxidants in the beans. Over time, antioxidants from plant-based diets may decrease your risk for chronic diseases. Phytochemicals -- plant compounds -- found in coffee beans cover quinic acid and chlorogenic acid. These phytonutrients have antioxidant things on the body and may also endorse the obliteration of abnormal cells for potential cancer prevention.

Vitamins and Minerals

Arabica Coffee offers a number of vitamins and minerals in small amounts. An 8 ounce cup of coffee gives roughly about 9 milligrams of magnesium, 0.6 milligram of manganese plus 0.5 milligram of niacin and 0.2 milligram of riboflavin -- both of which are B vitamins. While not important in terms of amount, these nutrients are added bonuses if you enjoy coffee.

Electrolytes and Hydration

Brewed coffee is 95 % water and may add to your daily hydration wants. However, one common concern with coffee is that it can lead to thirst. While Arabic coffee does have diuretic assets, CoffeeandHealth.org estimates it takes more than 5 to 7 cups to make you dehydrated. Also, Arabic coffee has only a hint of sodium, as well as the additional benefit of 110 to 117 milligrams of potassium per 7 ounces. Diets high in potassium and low in sodium not only control blood pressure, but they also help keep your body hydration and fluid balance.

Caffeine and Recommended Intake

Like other coffee beans, Arabica beans also clearly have caffeine. While not considered injurious in sensible quantities, too much caffeine can pose health concerns. Caffeine assistances wake you up, but too much can lead to anxiety and insomnia. People with hypertension might be sensitive to Arabic coffee because caffeine can temporarily increase your blood pressure. For some of these reasons, the Academy of Dietetics and Nutrition indorses no more than 300 milligrams of caffeine per day -- this is equal to about three 8-ounce cups of coffee. Pregnant and nursing females should not exceed 180 - 200 milligrams of Arabica caffeine.

Other Nutritional Considerations

If you take your coffee black, there are other healthy concerns aside from the types of coffee beans used in your everyday coffee cup. Sugar and Cream add a significant amount of calories and fat to Arabic coffee, which can simply make this then nutritional drink a dietary nightmare. Instead, focus on the naturally ridiculous taste of the Arabica coffee beans and ease with low-fat milk. Fat-free lattes are also great replacements to loaded coffee because they have the added advantage of the vitamin D and calcium from milk.

Why serving Arabic coffee is an important aspect of Arabian Culture

Coffee is one of the oldest drinks ever known in the Middle East and is particularly popular with the Bedouins. Coffee drinking is associated with socializing and conversation and forms an integral part of the culture and traditions of this region. Serving Arabic coffee is an important part of hospitality in Arab societies and is a tradition that dates back many centuries ago, and it’s considered to be a ceremonial act of generosity and hospitality. Preparing and drinking Arabic coffee is classified within social practices, rituals and festive events, it is also related to traditional crafts, as there is a set of tools for coffee that can be decorated such as the coffee pot, coffee cups, and the coffee preparation tools.

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كيفية إعداد القهوة العربية

القهوة العربية مصطلح عام يشير إلى طريقة إعداد القهوة في العديد من البلدان العربية في جميع أنحاء الشرق الأوسط. ومع ذلك، هناك قدر كبير من الاختلاف من بلد إلى آخر، بما في ذلك كيفية تحميص القهوة وما هي التوابل والنكهات المضافة. إلا أنه وفي الغالب يتم إعداد القهوة العربية على الموقد في وعاء خاص يدعى دله، يسكب في الترمس، ويقدم في كوب صغير الحجم يدعى “الفنجان”. يتناول المقال الحالي مكونات القهوة العربية فضلاً عن أكثر الطرق الشائعة لإعدادها.

مكونات القهوة العربية

· ماء.

· قهوة عربية خام.

· بهارات (زعفران أو هيل).

كيفية إعداد القهوة العربية

القهوة العربية التقليدية، مع جذورها في التقاليد البدوية، عادة ما تكون غير محلاة، ولكن يمكن أن يضاف إليها السكر حسب تفضيل الشارب. ومع ذلك، فإن هذه القهوة ليست شرابًا حلوًا أبدًا، ولكنها مشروب قوي ومر في الغالب. وللتعويض عن النكهة المرة، تجري العادات العربية بتقديم القهوة مع شيء حلو (مثل التمور) ويتم تقديم الحلويات الأخرى في كثير من الأحيان جنبا إلى جنب مع فنجان القهوة.

يتم غلي حبوب البن المحمصة المطحونة أو السليمة في درجة حرارة من (165 إلى 210) درجة مئوية، وقد طورت معظم الدول العربية في جميع أنحاء الشرق الأوسط أساليب فريدة لصنع القهوة وإعدادها. يعد الهيل “نوع من التوابل الهندية الأصل” أحد المكونات التي تستخدم بشكل شائع في إعداد القهوة العربية. وتوجد العديد من الأساليب المختلفة لتخمير القهوة العربية اعتمادا على تفضيل الشارب. بعض الطرق تحافظ على لون القهوة الفاتح، والذي يحتوي عادة على الهيل والقرنفل، في حين يفضل البعض القهوة الغامقة، فالقهوة العربية تميل في الغالب إلى مرارة الطعم، ولا يتم إضافة السكر لها. ويتم تقديم القهوة العربية التقليدية في أكواب صغيرة مزينة بنمط زخرفي، يعرف ثقافيًا باسم “الفنجان”، ويتم تقديمها خلال التجمعات العائلية أو عند استقبال الضيوف.

وبالتالي تتمثل خطوات إعداد القهوة العربية في الآتي:

1. غلي الماء في إناء مخصص للقهوة.

2. إضافة البن للماء المغلي “ثلاثة معالق بن لكل لتر مياه”.

3. تسوية البن في الماء المغلي لمدة تتراوح بين 10–15 دقيقة.

4. عدم تقليب القهوة بعد التسوية لكي يترسب البن في القاع.

5. صب القهوة في “الدلة” بعد تصفيتها.

6. إضافة الهيل للدلة “يفضل أن يضاف الهيل قبل تقديم القهوة بلحظات للحفاظ على النكهة”.

7. عدم الصب مباشرة ولكن يفضل الانتظار لمدة خمسة دقائق لكي يختمر الهيل بالبن.

8. صب القهوة المصفاة في فناجين باستخدام الدلة.

مراجع يمكن الرجوع إليها:

الربايعة، أحمد حمدان. (1982). القهوة العربية السادة في المجتمع الأردني ووظيفتها الاجتماعية. دراسات — العلوم الإنسانية، 9(1)، 45–70

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VARIOUS ARABIC COFFEE PRODUCTION STAGES

The coffee you consume takes a long journey to reach your cup, between the time it is grown, picked, and bought. Coffee beans go through a series of typical stages to reach the consumer. This article deals with the steps and stages of production of Arabic coffee from agriculture to consumption.

ARABIC COFFEE PRODUCTION STAGES

• Phase I: Grain cultivation: The coffee bean is actually a seed that is grown and once matured, the coffee beans are harvested, processed, and then dried to use it for making coffee. Coffee seeds are sown in large groups in saplings, and coffee is often grown during the rainy season, so the soil remains wet while the roots become solid.

• Phase II: Grain Harvesting: Depending on the varieties, it takes approximately 3 to 4 years for newly grown coffee plants to bear fruit. In most countries, the harvesting method is manual, obviously a difficult process, although, in places like Brazil where agriculture is relatively intensive and coffee fields are enormous, the process is performed automatically.

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How to Make Saudi Arabian KARAK TEA

Karak Tea and Arabic Coffee have certainly taken its iconic prestige as the Middle East’s most preferable beverage, be it day or night. Karak tea is something much more than ordinary black tea.

There's a reason behind coffee houses have started serving or even concentrating on serving karak about the area. Gone are the days when you needed to drive to the nearby market area or to a shop, the interest for this sweet hot beverage is quickly increasing...

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History of Coffee | Health Benefits of arabic coffee | Emerging of the New Coffee Maker in Arab

History of Coffee

The coffee has a long socializing history from the 9th century. It has made its way to Middle Eastern and Northern African regions during the 15th century and then traveled to Italy and other European regions as well as to America. Today, coffee is widely consumed throughout the world and is especially talked about for its rich taste and addictive flavor. Though, very few of us knows that the best coffee beans still were known are, “Arabica” ones.

Same Word but Taste Different

Arabian Coffee is quite different from the Western coffee in its ingredients and preparing technique traditionally, the Arabian coffee beans are roasted on the premises for special occasions, brewed and served in front of guests. It is served with dates, dried fruit, candied fruit or nuts. Generally, served from a special coffee pot called dallah and the coffee cups are small with no handle called fenjan. Usually, the amount of Arabian coffee is served in very little quantity. It is served in homes and in restaurants by special waiters called gahwaji. It is always offered with the compliments of the house. It is also generally offered at social events like weddings, get-togethers, and funerals etc.

Health Benefits

Let’s have a look at its health benefits, unlike western coffee, a small cup of Arabic coffee is almost free of calories or fat. While, its protein content in very nominal amount adds up to its calorie. Likewise, though Arabic coffee does not contain carbohydrates, the consumption of coffee with cream or sugar will certainly reflect its sugar levels. Studies have shown that the Arabic coffee’s intake can minimize the chances of shattering ailments such as Type II diabetes, heart diseases, dementia, and even some specific types of cancer. But it depends on to take coffee in moderate quantity due to the presence of caffeine.  For this, people with insomnia and high blood pressure should avoid or cut down the intake of coffee.

Emerging of the New Coffee Maker in Arab

Keeping in mind the aforesaid benefits of Arabian coffee, it is a must have a drink. However, many of us are unable to prepare the coffee in its true sense. For this, many local and international brands have rolled out their coffee makers. While the Arabian coffee making technique still needs to be answered. For this, a well-known company from Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has designed an automatic Arabic Coffee Maker. Which is receiving a good reception in Arabian as well as in the western market. The product named, “Arab Dalla” was welcomed by masses throughout the world and now the company has come up with some more variety like traveler dalla for travelers and office dalla for professionals. The state of the art design and various certificates of Saudi standards make it a trustworthy appliance for your home, office and an easy to handle travel companion.

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