Masala (Spice) Chai
Prep
5 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Servings
Chai is such a soothing hot beverage, it is the perfect blend of herbs and spices. Chai originated many years ago in the ayurvedic kitchen, which is why you find amazing functional ingredients like pepper, cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg, etc. Traditionally people used dairy milk but I also enjoy swapping mine with almond, coconut or in moderation soy.
If you want some extra caffeine, make a dirty ('Dirty Chai') by adding some espresso shots.
For extra flavor, allow the chai to sit after cooking (5-10 mins), it will get darker and the flavor far more rich and delicious.
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XO,
Bobbielee
Ingredients
- 1 cup of water
- 1 cinnamon stick, split (to release the flavor)
- 2 black tea bags
- 3 cardamom pods, split open
- 4 whole cloves
- 11/2 cups milk of choice
- sweetener of choice (I prefer maple syrup)
Directions
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the water and all other ingredients except the milk and maple syrup. Bring to a boil (4-5 minutes). Stir throughout.
Add the milk of choice and bring it to a boil. Stir often. Turn the heat off. Allow it to sit for 5-10 mins for extra flavor.
Using a mesh strainer (remove all the spices, etc), pour the tea mixture into cups and serve. Sweeten as desired.
If you like, froth some milk and add to the top of the cups when serving.
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