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Nutritional Values
80kcal
—Protein
20gCarbs
—Fat
—Fibre
250 mlServing
* Per serving · 250 ml. May vary.
Bedouin Tea
How to order / say it
Say it
شاي بدوي — [buh-doo-in tay]
Order
I'll have some Bedouin Tea.
Locally
سأحب الشاي البدوي.
Say locally
A traditional sweetened tea infused with local herbs, served hot.
Why try it?
Bedouin tea is more than a drink; it's a cultural ritual that offers hospitality and warmth, integral to Wadi Rum's social fabric.
How it tastes
Aromatic and slightly sweet, the tea is flavored with sage or mint and boasts a soothing, comforting warmth.
Origin & History — first documented: 1910
Dating back to the early 20th century, Bedouin tea became a staple as tribes used it to stay warm during cold desert nights.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌿 25 g black tea leaves
- 🌿 10 g sage
- 🍯 50 g sugar
- 500 ml water
Method
- 1 Boil the water and add tea leaves.
- 2 Add sage and sugar, simmer for 10 minutes.
- 3 Strain and serve hot.
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