Chai Recipe
Traditional Indian spiced tea made with milk and sugar.
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Ingredients
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Chai Ingredients
Method
Chai Preparation
- 1
Boil Water
In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil over medium heat.
- 2
Add Spices
Once the water is boiling, add the grated ginger, crushed cardamom pods, cinnamon stick, and cloves. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes to allow the spices to infuse.
- 3
Add Tea Leaves
Add the black tea leaves to the saucepan and let it simmer for another 3-5 minutes, depending on how strong you prefer your tea.
- 4
- 5
Strain and Serve
Remove from heat and strain the chai into cups using a fine mesh strainer. Enjoy your traditional Indian spiced tea hot!
