Jul 14 2026

Chai Recipe

Inspired by Lansing Shuffle
Time15m
Serves2

Traditional tea served with a dessert course.

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Ingredients

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Chai Ingredients

Method

Chai Preparation

  1. 1

    Boil Water

    In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add Spices

    Once boiling, add the grated ginger, crushed cardamom, cinnamon stick, and cloves. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes to infuse the flavors.

  3. 3

    Add Tea Leaves

    Stir in the black tea leaves and let it simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add Milk and Sugar

    Pour in the milk and add sugar to taste. Bring the mixture back to a boil, then remove from heat.

  5. 5

    Strain and Serve

    Strain the chai into cups and serve hot, optionally with a dessert course.

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