Diaper tea

4 servings

5 minutes

Pelenalny tea is an ancient Indian drink known for its warming and calming properties. Its roots trace back to Ayurvedic tradition, where the combination of spices plays a key role in maintaining the body's balance. The flavor of this tea is rich and deep, with notes of sweet anise, spicy ginger, and pungent black pepper, while cinnamon and cardamom add a refined warm sweetness. It is perfect for relaxation after a stressful day, aids digestion, and warms the body in cold weather. Each sip reveals a layered composition of spices, allowing you to adapt the blend to your preferences—making it milder or adding heat. Traditionally served without sugar, honey or milk can be added for a gentler taste.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 21.2
• Proteins: 0.8g
• Fats: 0.6g
• Carbohydrates: 4.2g

Ingredients

• Water: 700 ml
• Turmeric: pinch
• Anise (star anise): 1 pc
• Fennel seeds: 0.5 tsp
• Cumin seeds: 0.5 tsp
• Fenugreek seeds: 0.5 tsp
• Ginger: 0.5 tsp
• Chili pepper: 1 pc
• Cinnamon sticks: 1 pc
• Cardamom pods: 5 pc
• Black allspice: 5 pc
• Nutmeg: pinch
• Carnation: 2 pc

Cooking steps

1. Select all necessary spices.

2. Boil the water and wait for it to cool down to 85-90 degrees.

   Required ingredients:

   • Water: 700 ml

3. While the water cools, mix the spices in a separate bowl. Transfer them to the kettle or the kettle's strainer.

   Required ingredients:

   • Turmeric:  pinch
   • Anise (star anise): 1 piece
   • Fennel seeds: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Cumin seeds: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Fenugreek seeds: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Ginger: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Chili pepper: 1 piece
   • Cinnamon sticks: 1 piece
   • Cardamom pods: 5 piece
   • Black allspice: 5 piece
   • Nutmeg:  pinch
   • Carnation: 2 pieces

4. Pour with water, in 3 minutes the tea is ready. Evaluate the 'blend' – you might want to make a stronger, milder, or spicier version.

   Required ingredients:

   • Water: 700 ml