Chai, a fragrant and flavorful beverage, is a staple in many cultures around the globe, including East Africa. While there are numerous variations, chai from East Africa stands out with its unique blend of spices, herbs, and tea. This article aims to guide you through the process of crafting the perfect East African chai, taking you on a culinary journey through the vibrant flavors and aromas of this beloved tea. From selecting the right ingredients to mastering the brewing technique, we will uncover the secrets to creating an authentic East African chai experience in your own kitchen.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
CHAI
Provided by Aarti Sequeira
Time 1h20m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a medium pan, bring the water, all of the spices and the ginger to a boil over medium heat. Turn off the heat and allow it to steep for 15 minutes.
- Bring the mixture back to a boil, then add the tea. Turn the heat off, and allow it to steep for 3 to 5 minutes depending on how strong you like your tea. Stir in the honey and add milk to your liking. Strain it into a bowl or pitcher and serve!
CHAI TEA
Perfect for cold nights, this masala chai tea recipe incorporates spices that make it so delicious, you'll want to drink it every day. -Kelly Pacowta, Danbury, Connecticut
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place cloves and peppercorns in a large bowl; with the end of a wooden spoon handle, crush spices until aromas are released., Add the tea bags, sugar, ginger, cinnamon stick and boiling water. Cover and steep for 6 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat the milk., Strain tea, discarding spices and tea bags. Stir in hot milk. Pour into mugs.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 92 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 49mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.
CHAI, AFRICAN TEA
I found this on the web representing Tanzania. I have found that Africa consumes a lot of tea! Posted for ZWT.
Provided by Chef Jean
Categories Beverages
Time 20m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Simmer water, black tea leaves, cardamom, cinnamon sticks, and sugar for 10 minutes.
- Add the milk and heat just until hot.
- Strain and serve.
CHAI (EAST AFRICAN TEA)
Make and share this Chai (East African Tea) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by mel johnson
Categories Beverages
Time 10m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Heat together water and tea leaves in a 3 to 4 quart saucepan.
- Boil 10 minutes. Add milk and heat to near boiling. Strain leaves. Add sugar to taste.
CHAI TEA
Provided by Food Network
Categories beverage
Time 25m
Yield 8 (1-cup) servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, combine fennel seed, cardamom, cloves, cinnamon stick, ginger root, peppercorns and water. Boil for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and steep for 10 minutes. Add the tea, bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer 5 minutes.
- Strain mixture, discard spices and return the tea to the saucepan. Stir in the brown sugar and milk. Serve immediately.
HOT AND SPICY HIMALAYAN TEA (CHAI TEA)
Milk, black tea, cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves are simmered together in this recipe for hot and spicy chai tea.
Provided by food4fit
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Indian
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine water, brown sugar, ginger root, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, cloves, bay leaves, fennel seeds, and peppercorns together in a pot; cover and boil for 20 minutes. Remove pot from 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.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 88.1 calories, Carbohydrate 18.2 g, Cholesterol 3.3 mg, Fat 1.1 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 35.8 mg, Sugar 15.1 g
Tips:
- Use freshly ground spices. Whole spices retain their flavor better than pre-ground spices, so grind them yourself just before using them for the most flavorful chai.
- Don't boil the milk. Boiling the milk will make the chai taste scalded and burnt. Instead, heat the milk over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it is just below a simmer.
- Add the tea leaves last. This will prevent the tea leaves from becoming bitter.
- Sweeten the chai to taste. Chai is traditionally sweetened with sugar, but you can also use honey, maple syrup, or another sweetener of your choice.
- Serve the chai hot. Chai is best enjoyed hot, so serve it immediately after it is made.
Conclusion:
Chai is a delicious and flavorful tea that can be enjoyed any time of day. With its unique blend of spices, chai is a great way to warm up on a cold day or relax after a long day. If you've never tried chai before, I encourage you to give it a try. You may be surprised at how much you enjoy it!
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