Dairy-Free Traditional Indian Chai
Indulge in the warm, spiced flavors of Dairy-Free Traditional Indian Chai, a plant-based take on the iconic Indian tea. Crafted with a vibrant blend of aromatic spices like fresh ginger, green cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves, this chai delivers the same comforting experience without the use of dairy. Loose black tea infuses with your choice of creamy plant-based milk—almond, oat, or coconut—for a rich, velvety texture, while natural sweeteners like maple syrup or agave enhance its deep flavors. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect for cozy mornings or afternoon tea rituals. Strain and serve hot to savor every sip of this authentic, dairy-free delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup plant-based milk (such as almond, oat, or coconut milk)
- 2 teaspoons or bags loose black tea leaves or tea bags
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated or thinly sliced)
- 3 pods green cardamom pods (slightly crushed)
- 0.5 teaspoon or 1 stick ground cinnamon or cinnamon stick
- 2 pieces cloves
- 2 pieces black peppercorns (optional)
- 1 tablespoon natural sweetener (such as maple syrup, coconut sugar, or agave syrup)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of water, grated ginger, crushed cardamom pods, cinnamon, cloves, and peppercorns (if using).
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to allow the spices to infuse into the water.
Add the loose black tea leaves or tea bags to the saucepan and simmer for another 2 minutes. If you prefer stronger tea, let it steep longer.
Lower the heat and pour in 1 cup of your chosen plant-based milk. Stir well and allow the mixture to heat up without boiling for 2-3 minutes.
Add 1 tablespoon of your preferred natural sweetener and stir until dissolved. Adjust sweetness to taste.
Turn off the heat and strain the chai into cups using a fine mesh strainer to remove the tea leaves and spices.
Serve immediately and enjoy your hot, flavorful dairy-free traditional Indian chai!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
120 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.1 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 178 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.2 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.3 g | ||
| Protein | 1.5 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 385 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 245 mg | 5% | |
*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.
