Chai Recipe
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Spices
Milk & Sweetener
Method
Preparation
- 1
Boil Water
In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add Tea and Spices
Once the water is boiling, add the black tea leaves (or tea bags) along with the cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, cloves, grated ginger, and black peppercorns. Stir to combine.
- 3
Simmer
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse.
- 4
- 5
Heat Through
Increase the heat slightly and heat the chai until it is hot but not boiling. This should take about 3-5 minutes.
- 6
Strain and Serve
Remove from heat, strain the chai into cups, discarding the spices and tea leaves. Serve hot and enjoy!
