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Smoky Spiced Tea

A delightful drink that combines rich spices with comforting tea, perfect for chilly days or as a soothing afternoon pick-me-up.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Beverage, Snack
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the tea
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons black tea leaves
  • 2 pods cardamom (crushed)
  • 1 inch piece ginger (sliced)
  • 2 tablespoons sugar (to taste)
  • 1 cup milk Use almond, soy, or oat milk for a vegan version.
  • 1 teaspoon smoky tea (optional) For an extra smoky flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil.
  2. Add the black tea leaves, crushed cardamom, sliced ginger, and cloves to the boiling water.
  3. Let it simmer for about 5-7 minutes to extract the flavors.
  4. Add sugar to taste and stir well.
  5. Then, add the milk and bring the mixture back to a boil.
  6. Optional: for an extra smoky flavor, stir in smoky tea.
  7. Strain the chai into cups and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 50mgSugar: 10g

Notes

Serve your Smoky Spiced Tea hot, optionally with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a cinnamon stick. Pairs well with biscuits, cookies, or light snacks. For storage, let it cool and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat before serving.

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