Low Carb Traditional Indian Chai
Indulge in the warm, aromatic comfort of this Low Carb Traditional Indian Chai—an authentic twist on a beloved beverage, perfect for those embracing a low-carb lifestyle. Crafted with robust black tea, fragrant spices like cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves, and fresh ginger, this chai delivers all the rich flavors of its classic counterpart without the added sugars. Unsweetened almond milk serves as a creamy and dairy-free alternative, while a touch of your favorite keto-friendly sweetener balances the bold flavors beautifully. Easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this guilt-free treat is ideal for cozy mornings or a soothing afternoon pick-me-up. Serve hot and savor the rich legacy of Indian chai, reimagined for a health-conscious crowd. Perfect keywords for search relevance include "low-carb chai," "traditional Indian chai recipe," and "keto chai tea."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Water
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tablespoon Black tea leaves (or 2 black tea bags)
- 1 small stick Cinnamon stick
- 3 pods Green cardamom pods
- 2 whole Cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon Fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon Low-carb sweetener (e.g., stevia, erythritol, or monk fruit)
Instructions
Start by lightly crushing the green cardamom pods and cloves using a mortar and pestle or the flat side of a knife. This helps release their aroma and flavor.
In a small saucepan, combine the water, cinnamon stick, crushed cardamom pods, cloves, and grated ginger. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
Once the water starts to simmer, reduce the heat to low and add the black tea leaves (or tea bags). Let them steep for about 3-4 minutes, allowing the tea to infuse.
Pour in the unsweetened almond milk and stir gently. Increase the heat to medium-low and bring the mixture back to a gentle simmer.
Add your preferred low-carb sweetener to taste and stir to dissolve. Continue simmering for another 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and strain the chai through a fine mesh sieve to remove the tea leaves and spices.
Pour the low-carb chai into cups and serve hot. Enjoy your aromatic and flavorful traditional Indian chai with fewer carbs!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
58 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.7 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 169 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.0 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 1.9 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 488 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 144 mg | 3% | |
*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.
