Tosign Shai (Ethiopian Thyme Tea) Recipe 

Tosign Shai stands out from your typical thyme tea. Cultivated in the fertile lands of Ethiopia, the thyme used is completely organic. Following the harvest, it undergoes the traditional process of sun-drying before being made available in open markets. With a history dating back to ancient times, Tosign Shai has been valued for its health benefits, addressing various issues such as colds, flu-like symptoms, digestive problems, and insomnia.

Ingredients Required to Make Tosign Shai

  • 4 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons dried Ethiopian thyme leaves
  • 1 teaspoon tea spices (cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves) or chai spice mix

How to Make Tosign Shai (Step-by-Step Tutorial)

  1. Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a tea kettle or pot.
  2. Add the dried Ethiopian thyme leaves and the tea spices (cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves) or chai spice mix to the boiling water.
  3. Boil the mixture over medium heat for an additional 5 minutes to infuse the flavors.
  4. Remove the pot from the heat and let the thyme infusion stand for 2–3 minutes.
  5. Enjoy the Ethiopian Thyme Infusion with your favorite Ethiopian snack.

Notes

  • You can use a ready-made tea spice mix or create your own blend using cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves.
  • Some people like to add milk or cream and sugar to enhance the flavor of the thyme infusion. Feel free to adjust according to your preference.

Equipment Recommendations to Make Tosign Shai

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Tosign Shai Recipe

Tosign Shai (Ethiopian Thyme Tea) Recipe

Tosign Shai (Ethiopian Thyme Tea) Recipe

Recipe by Sara Seife

Tosign Shai stands out from your typical thyme tea. Cultivated in the fertile lands of Ethiopia, the thyme used is completely organic. Following the harvest, it undergoes the traditional process of sun-drying before being made available in open markets.

Course: DrinksCuisine: EthiopianDifficulty: Easy
Servings

4

servings
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Ingredients

  • 4 cups water

  • 2 tablespoons dried Ethiopian thyme leaves

  • 1 teaspoon tea spices (cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves) or chai spice mix

Directions

  • Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a tea kettle or pot.
  • Add the dried Ethiopian thyme leaves and the tea spices (cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves) or chai spice mix to the boiling water.
  • Boil the mixture over medium heat for an additional 5 minutes to infuse the flavors.
  • Remove the pot from the heat and let the thyme infusion stand for 2–3 minutes.
  • Enjoy the Ethiopian Thyme Infusion with your favorite Ethiopian snack.

Notes

  • You can use a ready-made tea spice mix or create your own blend using cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves.
  • Some people like to add milk or cream and sugar to enhance the flavor of the thyme infusion. Feel free to adjust according to your preference.
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