Chai

Smooth, rich and filling with a dominant note of cardamom.

Customer Rating: 5

2 Ratings 1 Comments

Yield: Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

2/3	cup	water per serving

1-inch	pieces	ginger root, peeled, crushed

4		cardamon pods, crushed

1		cinnamon stick (3 inches)

8		black peppercorns

1/2	teaspoon	fennel seeds

		pinch of saffron

1/4	teaspoon	ground ginger

4		whole cloves

1/4	teaspoon	dried mint

2	tablespoons	Darjeeling or Assam tea leaves

2/3	cup	milk (whole or skim) per serving

		Sugar or Honey to taste

Nutrition Facts

Yield: Makes 4 servings

Approximate Nutrient Content per serving:

Calories:	60
Sodium:	88mg
Total Carbohydrates:	8g
Protein:	6g

Per serving (analysis based on using skim milk):

Please Note: Nutritional values listed may vary from final results depending on actual measurements, products and brands used to prepare the recipe.

Directions:

In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the ginger root, cardamom pods, cinnamon stick, peppercorns, fennel seeds, saffron, ginger, cloves, mint and tea leaves. Bring the mixture to a boil, then add the milk. Boil for about 1 minute. Strain the mixture into tea cups, discard the spices. Add sugar or honey to taste and stir the tea well.

Customer Comments

Susan Selma, IN

“Substitute soy instead of milk for a vegan alternative”

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