Paleo Traditional Indian Chai
Indulge in a comforting cup of warmth with this Paleo Traditional Indian Chai, a delightful spin on the beloved classic that swaps dairy for creamy, full-fat coconut milk. Brimming with bold, aromatic spices like cinnamon, green cardamom, cloves, ginger, and a pinch of black pepper, this chai delivers authentic flavors while adhering to paleo principles. Loose black tea steeps gently to create a robust base, which is perfectly balanced by natural sweeteners like raw honey or maple syrup. Ready in just 20 minutes, this dairy-free, refined sugar-free chai is perfect for anyone seeking a health-conscious alternative to traditional Indian chai without sacrificing authenticity. Serve steaming hot and enjoy the harmonious blend of rich spices and velvety coconut milk in every sip!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Water
- 1 cup Full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons Loose black tea (or tea bags)
- 1 piece Cinnamon stick
- 4 pods Green cardamom pods
- 3 pieces Cloves
- 1 inch Fresh ginger
- 1 pinch Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Raw honey or maple syrup
Instructions
Start by lightly crushing the green cardamom pods and cloves using a pestle or the back of a spoon to release their oils. Peel and slice the fresh ginger into thin strips.
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the water, cinnamon stick, crushed cardamom pods, crushed cloves, sliced ginger, and a pinch of ground black pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Lower the heat to medium-low and simmer the spices in the water for 5-7 minutes to fully release their flavors.
Add the loose black tea (or tea bags) to the simmering mixture. Continue to simmer on low heat for an additional 3-5 minutes, depending on how strong you want the tea flavor.
Stir in the full-fat coconut milk and let it heat up for 2-3 minutes without boiling.
Carefully strain the tea into cups using a fine mesh strainer to remove spices and tea leaves.
Sweeten with raw honey or maple syrup to taste. Stir well and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
654 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.2 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 50.9 g | 254% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 71 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.9 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.4 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.5 g | ||
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 142 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 772 mg | 16% | |
*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.
