Laung Chai Cloves Tea
Experience the warm, aromatic embrace of **Laung Chai (Cloves Tea)**, a spiced Indian tea that combines the bold flavors of black tea with the soothing essence of cloves. This easy-to-make recipe infuses whole cloves into boiling water, releasing their rich, earthy aroma, while optional additions like grated ginger and cinnamon elevate its comforting spiced profile. Choose to enjoy it plain or enhance its creaminess with a splash of milk; the result is a cozy beverage perfect for chilly mornings or relaxing evenings. Naturally sweeten with sugar or your preferred sweetener, and sip your way to a rejuvenating moment of calm. With a prep time of just 2 minutes and ready in 10, this soulful tea is perfect for two servings of pure bliss. **Keywords: cloves tea recipe, Laung Chai, spiced tea, Indian tea, cozy beverages**.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Water
- 4 whole Cloves
- 1 teaspoon Black tea leaves (or tea bag)
- 0.5 cup Milk (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Sugar (or sweetener of choice)
- 0.5 teaspoon Ginger (optional, grated)
- 1 small stick Cinnamon stick (optional)
Instructions
In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil over medium heat.
Add the cloves to the boiling water and let them simmer for 1-2 minutes to release their aroma and flavor.
If using, add the grated ginger and cinnamon stick to the water for additional flavor and let it simmer for another minute.
Stir in the black tea leaves (or add a tea bag) and let it steep for 2-3 minutes.
If you prefer your tea with milk, pour in 1/2 cup of milk and let it come to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat and let it cook for another 2 minutes.
Add sugar or your preferred sweetener and stir until dissolved. Adjust sweetness to your taste.
Strain the tea into cups using a fine mesh strainer to remove the cloves, tea leaves, and other solids.
Serve hot, sip slowly, and enjoy the cozy, spiced flavors of Laung Chai.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
108 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.6 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.8 g | 9% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 86 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.0 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.4 g | ||
| Protein | 4.6 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 262 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 271 mg | 6% | |
*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.
