Samovar Tea (Chai it Simawar)

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Everything you need to know about making Samovar tea.

Prep Time5

Cook Time30

Total Time35

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: Assyrian, Middle Eastern

Diet: Gluten Free, Halal, Kosher, Vegan

Servings: cups

Calories: 5kcal

Fill the body of the samovar with water. Plug the cord in, and turn on the knob, if your samovar has one. Bring water to a boil. This can take approximately 30 minutes.
Fill the teapot with the tea, and the cardamom, if using. Add boiling water to the tea pot.
Place the filled teapot on top of the samovar. Allow to simmer for at least 15 to 30 minutes.
Place a strainer over a tea cup and pour some of the tea into the cup. The amount will depend on how strong you prefer your tea.
Finish by filling the cup with enough hot water to achieve the desired tea strength.

- - Because they are usually manufactured overseas, a lot of the electric samovars need a converter in order to be used in America.
- - Samovars are saved for special occasions. They are usually brought out when entertaining a large group.
- - For daily use, Assyrians follow the same concept as making samovar tea, but on a smaller scale. A tea kettle is topped with a teapot, which is usually brewed all day Long (see picture below). When unexpected guests arrive, and they always do, tea is ready to be served.

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 5kcal