Spiced Simmering Herb and Spice Infusion
This simmering aromatic infusion involves gently heating water with fragrant spices such as cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom to release their essential oils and aroma. The mixture develops a rich, fragrant liquid with a slightly cloudy appearance as the spices infuse, filling the space with warm, spicy scents.
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Servings: 4
Equipment
- Medium pot
Ingredients
- 4 cups water preferably filtered
- 2 sticks cinnamon break into smaller pieces
- 4 cloves whole cloves
- 3 cardamom pods green cardamom pods lightly crushed
Instructions
- Pour the water into a medium pot and place it over medium heat.
- Add the broken cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and lightly crushed cardamom pods into the water.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, watching as small bubbles rise and the water starts to release a fragrant steam.
- Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 15-20 minutes, allowing the spices to infuse thoroughly.
- As the mixture simmers, you'll notice the aroma intensifying, filling your space with warm, spicy notes.
- Once the liquid has taken on a rich, fragrant aroma and a slightly cloudy appearance, turn off the heat.
Notes
You can customize by adding additional spices like star anise or orange peel for different aroma profiles. Keep an eye on the water level to prevent evaporation.