Ethiopian Atayef-Inspired Coffee and Spiced Cardamom Drink

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A fragrant Ethiopian coffee drink infused with cardamom and warm spices, inspired by traditional Ethiopian hospitality. This Ethiopian-inspired recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, brings together Ethiopian coffee beans, coarsely ground, water, green cardamom pods, crushed for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 60 calories and feeds 2, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 10 min Serves 2 Ethiopian cuisine 60 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small saucepan, combine 2 cups water, 4 crushed green cardamom pods, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 2 whole cloves. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and let the spices infuse for 5 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Add 3 tablespoons coarsely ground Ethiopian coffee beans to the spiced water. Reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Step 3: Remove from heat and strain the coffee through a fine mesh sieve into a serving pot to remove grounds and spices.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 2 teaspoons sugar and 1/4 cup milk or cream if desired. Serve hot in small cups, savoring the aromatic flavors.

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