Drink
Libyan Tea (Shahi)
About
Libya's ceremonial strong tea, boiled dark and sweet then poured back and forth between glasses to raise a thick foam, served in tiny glasses topped with roasted peanuts.
Equipment
- Small teapot or saucepan
- Two heatproof glasses
- Small strainer
- Spoon
Ingredients
Loose black or gunpowder green tea3 tbsp
Sugar4 to 6 tbsp
Water500 ml
Fresh mint leavesa small handful
Roasted peanuts (or roasted almonds)4 tbsp
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