Ingredients for Lauren's Masala Chai Concentrate
- Water
- Dried Ginger
- Whole Cloves
- Star Anise Pods
- Cinnamon Sticks
- Black Peppercorns
- Cardamom Seed
- Black Tea Leaves
- Already included in step 1
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Milk
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How to Make Lauren's Masala Chai Concentrate
- In a medium-large saucepan, combine 7 cups of water and 2 cups of granulated sugar
- Add 4 cinnamon sticks, 2 inches of ginger (grated), 1 tablespoon of whole cloves, 1 tablespoon of black peppercorns, 1 tablespoon of cardamom pods, and 1 teaspoon of star anise.
- Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
- Add 1 cup of black tea (loose leaf or high-quality tea bags).
- Reduce heat to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract.
- Steep for 8 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean glass container.
- Allow to cool completely before storing in the refrigerator. This concentrate will last for up to 7 days.
- To serve: Pour 2/3 cup of concentrate into a mug, top with hot milk (dairy or non-dairy), and enjoy! For an extra creamy treat, use hot evaporated milk.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
34g
Fat
1g
Carbs
5g