Homemade Pakistani Tea

A warm and comforting drink popular in Pakistan, homemade chai allows for customization with flavors and sweetness levels.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Beverage, Snack

Cuisine: Pakistani

Calories: 150

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the tea base

2 cups water Fresh cold water
2 tablespoons loose black tea Good quality loose black tea for best flavor
2 cups milk Can use different types of milk for variations
2-3 tablespoons sugar Adjust to taste

Optional spices

to taste cardamom Can be adjusted based on preference
to taste ginger Fresh ginger can be added for spice
to taste cloves For additional flavor

Method

Preparation

Boil the water in a saucepan.
Add the loose black tea and any optional spices.
Allow the tea to simmer for about 5-7 minutes.
Add milk and sugar, and bring it to a gentle boil.
Strain the chai into cups and serve hot with biscuits.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 8gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 100mgSugar: 10g

Notes

Serve hot in small cups with biscuits, cookies, or savory snacks. A sprinkle of cinnamon can add a nice touch. Leftover tea can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

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