Ingredients for Chai
- 2 cups water
- 2 black tea bags (or 2 tsp loose leaf black tea)
- 1 cinnamon stick (about 2 inches)
- Cardamom Seeds
- 2 whole cloves
- 1-inch piece of fresh ginger (peeled and thinly sliced)
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 2-4 teaspoons sugar (or to taste)
- whipped cream (optional)
- cinnamon powder (optional, for garnish)
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How to Make Chai
- In a small saucepan, combine 2 cups of water, 2 black tea bags (or 2 tsp loose leaf black tea), 1 cinnamon stick (about 2 inches), 3 green cardamom pods (lightly crushed), 2 whole cloves, and a 1-inch piece of fresh ginger (peeled and thinly sliced).
- Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer gently for 5 minutes to allow the spices to infuse.
- Stir in 1 cup of milk (dairy or non-dairy).
- Increase heat slightly and bring the chai to a gentle simmer for 1 minute. Do not boil vigorously.
- Remove from heat. Strain the chai through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher or mug, discarding the tea bags and spices.
- Stir in 2-4 teaspoons of sugar (or to taste) until completely dissolved.
- Ladle the chai into mugs.
- Garnish with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon powder for an extra touch of warmth and indulgence.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
3 g
Sugar
66g
Fat
17g
Carbs
7g
