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Karak Tea Calories
Strongly flavored, milky, spiced tea
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Karak Tea (120 g) has 66 calories. That works out to 55 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.8 g of carbs, 1.4 g of protein, 1.8 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.4 µg of B12 covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Karak Tea Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 120 g
66
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
9.8g
· 4% DV
Protein
1.4g
· 3% DV
Fat
1.8g
· 2% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 64% · Protein 9% · Fat 27%
Karak Tea nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 66 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.8 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 1.08 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 38 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.8 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 1.4 g | 3% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Karak Tea?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 120 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 80 g | 44 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 55 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 100 g | 55 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 83 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 160 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 180 g | 99 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 110 kcal |
Calculated from 55 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Karak Tea
What is Karak Tea?
Karak Tea is a strong, milky black tea simmered with spices, especially cardamom. It is closely associated with the Gulf states and is commonly served sweet, though recipes and sweetness vary.
How do you make Karak Tea?
To make Karak Tea, simmer black tea with water and cardamom, then add milk and sugar and let the mixture cook briefly. Strain it into cups; adding the milk later helps you control the strength and creaminess.
Where does Karak Tea come from?
Karak Tea is especially popular in Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, and across the Gulf. Its style reflects South Asian milk-tea influences adapted to Gulf tastes, including a strong brew, cardamom, and often sugar.
What is in Karak Tea?
Karak Tea typically contains black tea, water, milk, cardamom, and sugar. Some versions add ginger, cinnamon, or saffron, while the choice of milk and level of sweetness differ from one recipe or café to another.
Is Karak Tea the same as chai?
No. Karak Tea is one particular style of spiced milk tea, strongly associated with the Gulf and often made with cardamom. Chai is a broader term for tea, and recipes vary widely across South Asia and elsewhere.
Does Karak Tea have caffeine?
Yes. Karak Tea gets caffeine from its black tea, and a stronger or longer brew can contain more. If caffeine affects your sleep, avoid drinking it close to bedtime or choose a shorter brew.
What milk is used in Karak Tea?
Karak Tea is commonly made with dairy milk, but some recipes use evaporated milk for extra richness or sweetened condensed milk for both richness and sweetness. If using condensed milk, reduce or skip added sugar.
What spices go in Karak Tea?
Cardamom is the signature spice in Karak Tea. Ginger, cinnamon, and saffron are also used in some versions; lightly crushing cardamom pods before simmering helps release their aroma without overpowering the tea.
Can you make Karak Tea without sugar?
Yes, you can make Karak Tea without sugar or sweeten it less than a café version. The milk and cardamom still give it flavor, but sweetened condensed milk will add sweetness even if you do not add sugar.
How long does Karak Tea last in the fridge?
Because Karak Tea contains milk, refrigerate leftovers promptly in a covered container and use them within two days. Reheat only the portion you plan to drink, until steaming hot, rather than repeatedly cooling and reheating the whole batch.
Karak Tea Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.36µg · 15% DV
B2
0.16mg · 12% DV
B5
0.48mg · 10% DV
Biotin
2.4µg · 8% DV
Minerals
Calcium
66mg · 7% DV
Phosphorus
46mg · 7% DV
Manganese
0.14mg · 6% DV
Iodine
8.4µg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
132mg · 4% DV
Sodium
38mg · 2% DV
Karak Tea Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Karak Tea
To burn the 66 calories in 1 cup (medium) (120 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Karak Tea?
Karak Tea is a strong, milky black tea that became a staple across the Gulf, shaped by South Asian chai traditions. It is simmered with milk and usually sugar, often with cardamom; some recipes add ginger or saffron, and the balance varies from one kitchen or tea shop to another.
It tastes rich, sweet and warmly spiced, with a fuller texture than plain tea. In the Gulf, it is commonly served hot in small cups at home, in cafés and roadside tea shops, often alongside sweets or savoury snacks. Its nutritional profile reflects the milk and added sugar, so it can be a more filling choice than unsweetened tea. Ask for less sugar if you prefer a lighter cup.
How Nutritious Is Karak Tea?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Karak Tea Processed?
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Karak Tea Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Karak Tea Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Karak Tea Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.08g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.48g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.05g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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