Chai Tea Recipe
This authentic Chai Tea recipe is quick and easy to make on the stove. With only a few things you surely already have in your kitchen. A warm and cozy mug of goodness.
Servings: 2 Cups
Equipment
- Saucepan with lid
- Wooden spoon
- Strainer
Ingredients
- 2 cups water
- 8 whole cloves
- 8 green cardamoms
- 1- inch cinnamon stick
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3 black tea bags
- 3-4 teaspoons granulated sugar optional
Instructions
- Place the water in a saucepan and add the cloves, green cardamoms, and cinnamon sticks. Cover the pan and turn the heat to moderate high. Bring the water to a boil. Turn the heat down once it reaches boiling point and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Add the milk to a boiling point and simmer again for 2-3 minutes.
- Now add the teabags and give the chai a stir. Leave it to simmer for another 2-3 minutes before turning the heat off.
- Strain your masala chai into two cups, stir in the sugar according to taste (if using), and serve immediately.
Notes
- Whole milk will give a creamier texture to the tea. However, if you prefer, you can use semi-skimmed milk too.
- You can use any black or breakfast tea for teabags, such as English tea. You can also use loose black tea. For this recipe, 3 teaspoons of loose black tea is enough.
Nutrition
Calories: 125kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 62mg | Potassium: 283mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 198mg | Iron: 1mg
Disclaimer
Nutritional info in this recipe is only estimate using online calculator. You should refer to it as a guide only. Please verify with your own data if you seek an accurate info.