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A cup of homemade chai with spices and tea leaves ready to enjoy

Homemade Chai

Enjoy a comforting beverage at home with this delightful Homemade Chai that combines spices and tea for a warm, aromatic drink.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beverage, Snack
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chai Base
  • 2 cups water For boiling.
  • 2 tablespoons loose black tea or 2 tea bags Traditional choice.
  • 1 inch ginger, sliced Fresh ginger for flavor.
  • 2-3 pieces green cardamom pods, crushed Add more for extra spice.
  • 2-3 pieces cloves Optional for depth of flavor.
  • 1 stick cinnamon For warmth and sweetness.
  • 2-3 tablespoons sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 1-2 cups milk Optional for lattes.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a pot, bring water to a boil.
  2. Add the sliced ginger, crushed cardamom pods, cloves, and cinnamon stick.
  3. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes to allow the spices to infuse.
  4. Add the loose black tea or tea bags and simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes.
  5. Strain the chai into cups, add sugar to taste, and mix in milk if desired.
  6. Serve hot or let it cool for iced tea.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 30mgSugar: 10g

Notes

Adjust the sweetness based on your taste. Experiment with the spice levels and serve with cookies for a cozy treat.

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