HOMEMADE CHAI

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This chai recipe-inspired by versions in India-combines black tea, spices, and milk. The savory notes from black pepper and cardamom in this version give it a wonderful aromatic complexity.

Categories     Milk/Cream     Tea     Non-Alcoholic     Ginger     Winter     Cinnamon     Clove     Simmer     Bon Appétit     Drink

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2-inch piece fresh ginger, cut into thin rounds
2 cinnamon sticks
2 teaspoons black peppercorns
10 whole cloves
6 cardamom pods
6 cups cold water
6 bags of black tea (preferably Darjeeling)
2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup (packed) golden brown sugar

Steps:

  • Combine first 5 ingredients in medium saucepan. Using mallet or back of large spoon, lightly crush or bruise spices. Add 6 cups water; bring to boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, partially cover pan, and simmer gently 10 minutes. Remove from heat. Add tea bags and steep 5 minutes. Discard tea bags. Add milk and sugar. Bring tea just to simmer over high heat, whisking until sugar dissolves. Strain chai into teapot and serve hot.

Steve-O54
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I highly recommend this chai recipe. It's easy to make, delicious, and healthy.


Matthew Anzevino
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This chai is the perfect drink to serve to guests. It's delicious and impressive.


Ruth Nwanga
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I love the fact that this recipe can be made ahead of time. It's so convenient to be able to just heat it up and enjoy it when I'm ready.


Chimezie Nwanna
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This chai is so flavorful and aromatic. It's the perfect drink to enjoy on a cold winter day.


Steve Ahern
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I'm so impressed with how easy this recipe is to make. I'm definitely going to be making this chai again and again.


Majiyamk Mzi
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This chai is the perfect way to relax and unwind after a long day.


Ngcwele Moyo
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I love the fact that this recipe uses all natural ingredients.


Tazkia Takarrum
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This chai is delicious and healthy. It's the perfect drink to enjoy on a cold day.


h0esluv jay
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect way to enjoy chai at home.


Methuli Shenuli
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This chai is so easy to make. I just threw all the ingredients in my slow cooker and let it simmer all day.


Md Tazim
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I love the spices in this chai. They give it such a unique and flavorful taste.


Abdalla Eljaaidi
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This chai is the perfect way to start my day. It's warm and comforting, and it gives me a boost of energy.


scorpion x boy
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I've tried many chai recipes before, but this one is by far the best. It's so easy to make and it tastes amazing.


Elimase Banda
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This chai is so delicious and flavorful. I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Johnez Johnez
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I love this recipe! It's the perfect way to warm up on a cold day.


Jose Rosario
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This chai recipe is amazing! It's so easy to make and it tastes just like the chai I get from my favorite coffee shop.