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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Spices
Milk and Sweetener
Method
Preparation
- 1
Boil Water
In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil over medium heat.
- 2
Add Tea Leaves and Spices
Once the water is boiling, add 2 tsp of black tea leaves along with the grated ginger, crushed cardamom pods, cloves, cinnamon stick, and crushed black peppercorns.
- 3
Simmer
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes. This allows the spices to infuse the tea.
Finishing Touches
- 4
- 5
Bring to a Boil Again
Increase the heat and bring the mixture to a boil once more, allowing it to froth slightly.
- 6
Strain and Serve
Remove from heat and strain the chai into cups. Discard the solids. Serve hot.
