Homemade Chai
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This authentic homemade chai is a fragrant, warming celebration of traditional Indian flavours. By simmering whole spices like ginger, cloves, and cardamom, you create a deeply aromatic base that far surpasses any shop-bought alternative or instant latte powder. The use of golden brown sugar adds a delicate caramel note, which perfectly complements the robust tannins of the Darjeeling tea and the richness of the whole milk.
Providing a comforting lift on a cold afternoon, this spiced tea is a wonderful addition to your beverage repertoire. It is an ideal drink for sharing with friends, or simply as a soothing ritual after a long day. For a truly traditional experience, serve it piping hot in small glasses or ceramic mugs alongside a few biscuits for dipping.
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Ingredients for Homemade Chai
2-inch piece fresh ginger, cut into thin rounds
2 cinnamon sticks
2 teaspoons black peppercorns
10 whole cloves
6 cardamom pods
1450ml cold water
6 bags of black tea (preferably Darjeeling)
475ml whole milk
120ml (packed) golden brown sugar
How to make Homemade Chai
Combine first 5 ingredients in medium saucepan. Using mallet or back of large spoon, lightly crush or bruise spices. Add 1450ml 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.
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17 janvier 2026 | Publié à l'origine
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