Moroccan Spiced Tea with Almond Milk Foam

Allergens

None

Ingredients

• 4 cups water
• 6 black tea bags
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 4 green cardamom pods, crushed
• 3 star anise
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 tsp saffron threads
• 1/4 cup almond milk
• Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, combine water, tea bags, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, and star anise. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
2. Remove tea bags and spices. Add sugar and saffron threads, stirring until dissolved. Let the mixture cool for 10 minutes.
3. Using a milk frother or whisk, whip together almond milk and a pinch of salt until it forms soft peaks.
4. To serve, pour tea through a fine mesh strainer into glasses, filling them about two thirds full. Top each glass with an equal amount of almond milk foam.

Chef’s Insight

The saffron adds a subtle touch of luxury to this already indulgent beverage.

Notes

Be sure to strain the tea well before adding the almond milk foam to prevent clumping.