Chai Ii
Warm your senses with the rich, aromatic flavors of *Chai II*, a traditional spiced tea that's as comforting as it is invigorating. This quick and easy recipe blends bold black tea with warming spices like green cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, and fresh ginger, creating a perfectly balanced infusion in just 10 minutes. The addition of milk and sugar brings a creamy sweetness that harmonizes beautifully with the spices, making it the ultimate cozy beverage for any time of day. Whether you’re starting your morning or unwinding in the afternoon, a steaming cup of *Chai II* pairs beautifully with biscuits or savory snacks for a truly delightful experience. Perfect for tea lovers, this recipe captures the essence of authentic chai with minimal effort, right in your own kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup milk (whole or preferred type)
- 2 units black tea leaves or tea bags
- 4 units green cardamom pods
- 1 unit cinnamon stick
- 3 units whole cloves
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated or sliced)
- 2 tablespoons sugar (or to taste)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, add the water, cardamom pods (lightly crushed to release their aroma), cinnamon stick, cloves, and ginger.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, allowing the spices to infuse the water for about 2-3 minutes.
Add the black tea leaves or tea bags to the boiling water and reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for another 2 minutes.
Stir in the milk and sugar, and continue to simmer for 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Turn off the heat and strain the chai through a fine mesh strainer into serving cups, discarding the spices and tea leaves.
Serve hot and enjoy the aromatic flavors of this traditional spiced tea. Pairs well with biscuits or savory snacks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
265 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.2 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 116 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.2 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.3 g | ||
| Protein | 8.3 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 340 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 375 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
