Yemeni Milaban (Milk tea) شاي ملبن يمني بحليب

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than lamb.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier while vegetable oil is often cheaper.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: frozen herbs

Dried or frozen herbs can be more accessible and have a longer shelf life.

green chili

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Bell peppers provide flavor without heat, while jalapeños are often less expensive.

Bring water to a low simmer on medium high heat.

Pinch cardamom seeds to release flavor and add them to the water.

Add cloves and shards of cinnamon to the simmering water.

Add loose black tea to the pot.

Start with about 3 tablespoons of sugar, adding more to taste.

Allow the tea to steep and darken, paying attention to avoid bitterness.

Once it bubbles, reduce the heat and add evaporated milk.

Mix the milk in and taste for sweetness, adjusting if necessary.

Remove all spices from the tea using a sieve.

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