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Chai Tea

A comforting, spiced Indian-style tea made with milk and aromatic spices. Perfect for a cozy morning or afternoon pick-me-up.

Total time
10 min
Servings
1
Calories
120
Protein
4g
Chai Tea
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup water, 1 inch sliced ginger, and 3 crushed cardamom pods. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium and simmer for 5 minutes until fragrant.

  2. Step 2

    Add 2 teaspoons black tea leaves and 2 teaspoons sugar. Stir and simmer for 2 minutes, until the tea is dark and aromatic.

  3. Step 3

    Pour in 1/2 cup milk and bring to a gentle boil over medium heat. Watch for the tea to rise — remove from heat just before it overflows.

  4. Step 4

    Strain the chai into a mug, pressing the tea leaves to extract all the flavor. Serve hot and enjoy.

Tools you’ll need

  • small saucepan
  • strainer
  • mug

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