How to make a Chai at home
Tea is brewed with tea leaves, ginger and cardamom powder along with milk. The tea is boiled for a long time so it becomes a really strong chai and has a dominant flavour of cardamom
Ingredients
- 2 cups Water
- ½ cup Milk
- 2-3 tablespoon Sugar
- 2 teaspoons Tea leaves or tea bags
- ¼ inch Spices: cinnamon
- 1 pc. cardamom
- 1 inch ginger
- 2 pcs, cloves
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
The Recipe
- Boil water in a saucepan or kettle.
- Once the water has boiled, add your tea leaves or tea bags. Let it steep for about 3-5 minutes.
- While the tea is steeping, prepare your spices. Crush 2-3 cardamom pods, break a cinnamon stick into smaller pieces, grate a small piece of ginger, and crush a few cloves and black pepper pods.
- After the tea has steeped, strain it into a separate pot or saucepan. Add your spices and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Add milk and sweetener to the pot. You can use any type of milk you prefer, such as dairy, almond, or soy milk. Add sugar or honey to taste.
- Heat the mixture on low heat until it is hot but not boiling.
- Once the chai is heated through, strain it into your favourite mug and enjoy!
Notes
Tips for Making the Perfect Chai
Making the perfect chai takes practice, but these tips will help you get started:
- Experiment with different types of tea leaves and spices to find the flavour combination you like best.
- Use fresh, high-quality spices for the best taste.
- Don't let the tea steep for too long, as it can become bitter.
- Use a strainer or cheesecloth to remove any large pieces of spices from the chai.
- Adjust the amount of milk and sweetener to your liking.
- Don't be afraid to get creative with your chai! Add a dash of vanilla extract or a sprinkle of nutmeg for a unique twist.