Keto Masala Tea
Indulge in the aromatic warmth of Keto Masala Tea, a low-carb twist on the beloved Indian spiced tea. This comforting beverage is infused with bold and fragrant spices like cinnamon, green cardamom, cloves, fennel seeds, and black peppercorns, masterfully balanced with fresh ginger and star anise. Coconut milk provides a creamy, dairy-free base, while natural sweeteners like erythritol or monk fruit ensure it stays keto-friendly without sacrificing sweetness. Perfect for cozy mornings or as an afternoon treat, this recipe offers a rich and flavorful tea experience that's both satisfying and guilt-free. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a delightful way to start your day while staying committed to your ketogenic lifestyle.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Water
- 2 teaspoons Black tea leaves
- 1 inch Cinnamon stick
- 2 Green cardamom pods
- 3 Whole cloves
- 1 inch piece Ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon Fennel seeds
- 1 Star anise
- 4 Black peppercorns
- 0.5 cup Coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon Erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
Instructions
Begin by gently crushing the cardamom pods, cloves, ginger, and peppercorns using a mortar and pestle to release their flavors.
In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil over medium heat.
Add the crushed spices to the boiling water along with the cinnamon stick, star anise, and fennel seeds.
Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 5 minutes to allow the spices to infuse the water.
Add the black tea leaves to the spiced water and let it steep for an additional 2 minutes.
Pour in the coconut milk and add the erythritol or monk fruit sweetener, stirring well to combine.
Let the mixture come to a gentle simmer again and then remove from heat.
Strain the tea into cups to remove the spices and tea leaves.
Serve hot and enjoy your comforting cup of keto masala tea.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
131 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.7 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 56 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.6 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.8 g | ||
| Protein | 2.9 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 190 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 510 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.
