Chai Indian Tea
Immerse yourself in the rich, aromatic world of traditional Indian chai with this easy-to-follow Chai Indian Tea recipe. Made with a comforting blend of whole milk, strong black tea, and warming spices like cardamom, cloves, cinnamon, and ginger, this authentic brew is the perfect balance of bold flavors and creamy indulgence. The fragrant spices are simmered to perfection, infusing the tea with their essence before being sweetened to your taste and served piping hot. Ready in just 15 minutes, this timeless beverage is a soulful morning pick-me-up or the ultimate companion to your afternoon snacks. Whether paired with crispy biscuits or enjoyed on its own, this chai recipe brings the vibrant essence of Indian tea culture straight to your cup. Perfect for tea enthusiasts seeking a unique, spicy twist on their daily brew!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Water
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 2 teaspoons Black tea leaves or tea bags
- 2 teaspoons Sugar (adjust to taste)
- 2 Green cardamom pods
- 2 Cloves
- 1 inch Cinnamon stick
- 0.5 teaspoon Fresh ginger (grated or sliced)
- 2 Black peppercorns
Instructions
1. Begin by crushing the cardamom pods, cloves, and black peppercorns slightly using a mortar and pestle to release their flavors.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine the water, crushed spices, cinnamon stick, and grated ginger. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
3. Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to low-medium and simmer the spices for 2-3 minutes to infuse their flavors.
4. Add the black tea leaves or tea bags to the saucepan and continue to simmer for another 2 minutes.
5. Pour in the milk and add the sugar. Stir well and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
6. Allow the tea to simmer for another 2-3 minutes, ensuring the flavors are well-blended and the tea is warm.
7. Strain the chai into cups using a fine mesh strainer to remove the spices and tea leaves.
8. Serve the chai hot and enjoy with your favorite snacks or biscuits.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
224 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.8 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 29 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 119 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.8 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.4 g | ||
| Protein | 9.2 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 400 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 537 mg | 11% | |
*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.
