Vegan Traditional Indian Masala Chai
Transport yourself to the bustling streets of India with this aromatic Vegan Traditional Indian Masala Chai, a dairy-free twist on the beloved classic. Bursting with the bold flavors of freshly cracked cardamom, warming cinnamon, fiery ginger, and earthy cloves, this chai recipe delivers an authentic, spiced tea experience while keeping it completely plant-based. Lightly simmered with your favorite plant-based milk—whether almond, oat, or soy—and naturally sweetened with maple syrup or coconut sugar, it’s the perfect balance of robust and creamy. Ready in just 15 minutes, this comforting beverage is perfect for cozy mornings or an afternoon pick-me-up. Pair it with your favorite vegan cookies or snacks and embrace a flavorful tradition, reimagined.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Water
- 2 teaspoons Black tea leaves
- 1 2-inch piece Cinnamon stick
- 4 Green cardamom pods
- 3 Cloves
- 1 1-inch piece, grated Fresh ginger
- 6 Black peppercorns
- 1 Star anise
- 1 cup Plant-based milk (e.g., almond, oat, or soy milk)
- 2 teaspoons (adjust to taste) Maple syrup or coconut sugar
Instructions
In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil over medium heat.
Lightly crush the green cardamom pods and black peppercorns to release their flavors. Add them to the boiling water along with the cinnamon stick, cloves, grated ginger, and star anise.
Reduce the heat to low and let the spices simmer for 3-4 minutes to infuse their flavors into the water.
Add 2 teaspoons of black tea leaves to the saucepan and simmer for another 2 minutes.
Stir in 1 cup of your preferred plant-based milk and increase the heat to medium. Allow the chai to come to just below a boil and let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
Sweeten the masala chai with 2 teaspoons of maple syrup or coconut sugar, adjusting the sweetness to taste.
Strain the chai through a fine mesh sieve into mugs to remove the tea leaves and spices.
Serve hot and enjoy the comforting and aromatic Vegan Traditional Indian Masala Chai.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
197 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.2 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 142 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.3 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.5 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.7 g | ||
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 529 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 632 mg | 13% | |
*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.
