Kazakh Chai Kazakh Tea
Experience the comforting warmth of traditional **Kazakh Chai (Kazakh Tea)**, a rich and velvety milk tea that showcases the heart of Central Asian hospitality. Infused with robust black tea leaves and delicately balanced with whole milk and heavy cream, this unique beverage is perfect for tea lovers seeking something beyond the ordinary. A subtle pinch of salt and a touch of sugar (optional) enhance the tea's savory-sweet complexity, making it an ideal accompaniment to a hearty meal or a soothing standalone treat. Ready in just 20 minutes, this smooth, creamy drink is served piping hot and traditionally enjoyed in small bowls or cups. Add a taste of Kazakhstan to your tea ritual with this easy-to-follow recipe—and savor layers of flavor with every delightful sip!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons Black tea leaves
- 500 milliliters Water
- 300 milliliters Whole milk
- 50 milliliters Heavy cream
- 1 pinch Salt (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring 500 milliliters of water to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Once the water is boiling, add 2 teaspoons of black tea leaves and stir briefly.
Lower the heat to a simmer and let the tea steep for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to develop.
Meanwhile, in a separate small saucepan, heat 300 milliliters of whole milk over low heat until warm but not boiling.
Once the tea has steeped, strain the tea to remove the leaves and return the liquid to the saucepan over low heat.
Slowly add the warmed milk to the tea, stirring gently to combine.
Pour in 50 milliliters of heavy cream for added richness and stir well.
Add a pinch of salt and sugar to taste, if desired, and continue to heat for 2-3 minutes, ensuring the tea does not come to a full boil.
Remove the saucepan from heat and serve the Kazakh Chai immediately in small bowls or cups.
Enjoy this comforting and silky tea as part of a meal or as a standalone treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
407 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.6 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.8 g | 79% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 87 mg | 29% | |
| Sodium | 289 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.1 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.4 g | ||
| Protein | 10.1 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 411 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 464 mg | 10% | |
*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.
