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Authentic Homemade Indian Chai Tea

Experience the rich flavors of India with this authentic homemade chai tea, made with a blend of spices and brewed to perfection.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Spiced Water
  • 1 cup water
  • 3 pieces green cardamom pods, lightly crushed
  • 1 inch piece fresh ginger, thinly sliced or grated (about 5 g)
  • 1 small stick cinnamon (about 1 inch)
  • 2 whole cloves
  • 2 pieces black peppercorns
Tea Mixture
  • 2 to 3 heaped teaspoons loose Assam black tea leaves (about 6 to 9 g)
  • 1 cup whole milk (240 ml)
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons sugar or to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Lightly crush the green cardamom pods with the back of a spoon. Thinly slice or grate the ginger. Set aside the cinnamon stick, cloves, and peppercorns.
  2. In a small saucepan, put 1 cup of water and add the crushed cardamom, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and peppercorns. Bring this to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Cooking
  1. Lower the heat and let the spiced water simmer for 3 to 4 minutes so the flavors mix.
  2. Add loose Assam tea to the spiced water and simmer for 1 to 2 minutes.
  3. Pour in whole milk and add sugar, adjusting to your taste. Increase heat carefully as the mixture can foam and boil over.
  4. When the chai starts to rise to a gentle boil, reduce heat and let it simmer for an extra 1 to 2 minutes.
  5. Turn off the heat when the color and aroma are to your liking. For a stronger brew, leave it on low for an extra minute.
  6. Strain the chai through a fine sieve into cups, pressing the leaves and spices lightly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 5gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 95mgSugar: 10g

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; reheat gently on the stove.

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