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Hot and Spicy Himalayan Tea (Chai Tea) Recipe
Hot and spicy Himalayan tea chai combines milk, black tea, cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves through simmering for authentic preparation that delivers warming, aromatic results. This traditional recipe showcases how high-altitude regions create robust tea preparations that provide warmth and energy for mountain living. The hot and spicy character makes this chai particularly suitable for cold weather when warming beverages become essential for comfort. This traditional spice combination of cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves creates complex flavors that represent authentic chai preparation methods. The simmering technique ensures proper spice extraction while creating the rich, aromatic beverage that defines genuine Himalayan tea culture.
Milk, black tea, cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves are simmered together in this recipe for hot and spicy chai tea.
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Additional Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
8
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Ingredients
7 cups water
6 tablespoons light brown sugar
1 ¼ inch piece fresh ginger root, peeled and chopped
1 cinnamon stick
6 green cardamom pods
12 whole cloves
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon fennel seeds
½ teaspoon black peppercorns
2 tablespoons Darjeeling tea leaves
1 cup milk
Directions
Combine water, brown sugar, ginger, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, cloves, bay leaves, fennel seeds, and peppercorns together in a pot; cover and boil for 20 minutes.
Remove from the heat, add tea leaves, and allow to steep for 10 minutes. Stir milk into tea mixture and bring to a boil. Strain tea into tea cups.
Tips
You can substitute anise seeds for fennel seeds, and honey for brown sugar if desired.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 53 | Calories |
| 1g | Fat |
| 11g | Carbs |
| 1g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
| Calories 53 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 1g | 1% |
| Saturated Fat 0g | 2% |
| Cholesterol 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium 27mg | 1% |
| Total Carbohydrate 11g | 4% |
| Dietary Fiber 1g | 2% |
| Total Sugars 10g | |
| Protein 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin C 0mg | 0% |
| Calcium 64mg | 5% |
| Iron 0mg | 2% |
| Potassium 80mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
