Traditional Hot* Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Make Traditional Hot* Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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1
Boil the Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
2
Add Milk and Sugar
Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to medium and stir in 1 cup of milk and 2 tablespoons of sugar until fully dissolved.

3
Add Spices
Add the cinnamon stick, cloves, grated ginger, and nutmeg to the mixture in the pot.
4
Simmer
Allow the mixture to simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure the spices infuse their flavors into the liquid.

5
Add Flavoring
After simmering, remove the pot from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and a pinch of salt for flavor enhancement.
6
Strain and Serve
Using a fine mesh strainer, strain the hot mixture into mugs to remove the solid spices. Serve hot and enjoy!