Chai tea, a fragrant and flavorful beverage originating from India, combines the invigorating essence of black tea with an aromatic blend of spices. Its rich history and popularity have made it a staple in many cultures worldwide. Whether you prefer it piping hot or refreshingly chilled, chai tea offers a versatile canvas for culinary exploration. As we embark on a culinary journey, let's delve into the delightful world of chai tea with milk, uncovering the secrets of creating a perfectly balanced and comforting drink that tantalizes the senses.
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SPICED MILK TEA (MASALA CHAI)
Enjoyed by millions in India, masala chai, a spiced, sweetened black tea mixed with milk, is now popular around the world. It is sold all over India by chai wallahs, or tea vendors, who pour the tea from big kettles into small cups.
Categories Milk/Cream Tea Non-Alcoholic Quick & Easy Cardamom Coffee Grinder Gourmet Drink
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Grind together cardamom, cinnamon stick, peppercorns, and fennel seeds with mortar and pestle or coffee/spice grinder.
- Bring milk just to a simmer in a 2-quart heavy saucepan. Stir or whisk in brown sugar, ground spice mixture, ginger, and 1/8 teaspoon salt, or to taste. Reduce heat to low and simmer gently, stirring occasionally, 3 minutes to infuse flavors.
- Meanwhile, bring water to a boil in a 1-quart saucepan, add tea, and boil 1 minute.
- Pour tea through a fine-mesh sieve into hot milk mixture (discard tea leaves) and cook over low heat 1 minute. Stir before serving.
CHAI
Chai (rhymes with "pie") is the word for tea in some parts of the world, but in India, it's a spiced milk tea that's becoming more popular in North America. This chai recipe is just as tasty as any coffee-house chai. -Terese Block, Waukesha, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, combine the first six ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. , Stir in milk. Return to a boil; boil for 1 minute, then strain. Stir in sugar until dissolved. Pour into mugs. Top each with whipped cream, cinnamon and a cinnamon stick if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 159 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 75mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.
CHAI TEA WITH SOY MILK
Chai tea has been a favorite refreshment in India for centuries. Essentially a blend of tea, ground spices, honey, and milk, it can be enjoyed hot or cold. Our version, which replaces cow's milk with soy milk, is served hot.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Drink Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place the water in a small saucepan, and add cardamom, cloves, cinnamon, ginger, and vanilla bean and scrapings. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low, and simmer until mixture is aromatic, about 15 minutes. Whisk in honey, and drop tea bags in pan; turn off heat, and let steep 3 minutes.
- Strain tea through a fine strainer or a coffee filter into a warmed serving pot. Heat soy milk in same saucepan over medium-high heat, about 3 minutes; do not let it come to a boil or it will separate. Pour into serving pot with the tea, and stir well to combine. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 82 g, Fat 1 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, Sodium 12 g
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 TEA WITH MILK
Chai tea is a blend of black tea, milk, and spices. This recipe was first published in Martha Stewart Living, September 2003.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Drink Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place 3 cups water in a small saucepan; add cardamom, cloves, cinnamon, ginger, and vanilla bean and scrapings. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low; simmer until mixture is aromatic, about 15 minutes. Whisk in honey; drop tea bags in pan. Turn off heat, and let steep 3 minutes.
- Strain tea through a fine strainer or a coffee filter into a warmed serving pot. Heat milk in same saucepan over medium-high heat, about 3 minutes. Do not let milk come to a boil because it will separate. Pour into serving pot with the tea, and stir well to combine. Serve immediately, with more honey on the side if desired.
CHAI TEA MIX
Instant Chai tea mix. You can spice it up even further by adding 1 teaspoon nutmeg and allspice, and 1/4 teaspoon white pepper.
Provided by Jo
Categories Drinks Recipes Tea Hot
Time 32m
Yield 36
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine milk powder, non-dairy creamer, vanilla flavored creamer, sugar and instant tea. Stir in ginger, cinnamon, cloves and cardamom. In a blender or food processor, blend 1 cup at a time, until mixture is the consistency of fine powder.
- To serve: Stir 2 heaping tablespoons Chai tea mixture into a mug of hot water.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 99.7 calories, Carbohydrate 19.5 g, Cholesterol 0.7 mg, Fat 1.9 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 28.5 mg, Sugar 18.6 g
CHAI TEA MIX IN A JAR
I use 2% milk to make this with...makes it MUCH creamier..If you give some as gifts..be sure to save some for your self...
Provided by grandma2969
Categories Beverages
Time 10m
Yield 7 cups mix
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients -- Stir in spices.
- In a blender or food processor.blend 1 cup at a time until mixture is consistency of fine powder.
- To serve:.
- Stir 2 heaping tablespoons Chai Tea Mix into mug of hot water -- or I use 2" milk.to make it creamier.
- Makes 8-9 cups of tea mix.
- Yield 7 cups.divide as you see fit.or keep for yourself.
BETTER CHAI FROM A CHAI TEA BAG
The directions on my chai tea bags say, "steep 3-5 minutes, then add milk." The result is not very good; it's watery and not spicy at all. This recipe is my "rescue" for chai tea bags. It's not exactly chai like you get in India, but it's closer at least!
Provided by Kitty Z
Categories Beverages
Time 12m
Yield 1 cup, 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place water and tea bag in a small saucepan over high heat.
- Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer for about ten minutes, until the water is reduced by half. If less than 1/2 cup of water remains after ten minutes, just top up with more water.
- Remove tea bag and stir in milk and honey or sugar. Allow the chai to just return to a boil, then pour into a mug and serve.
- Note that if you let chai sit for too long, it will form a "skin." This is normal, but if you'd rather not have it, periodically stir your chai while you enjoy it.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 42.9, Fat 0.2, SaturatedFat 0.1, Cholesterol 2.5, Sodium 68.4, Carbohydrate 5.9, Sugar 6.2, Protein 4.2
CHAI TEA
A warming spiced tea, that's the perfect match for our coconut chai traybake. A quick and easy brew that can be made with almond or cow's milk
Provided by Cassie Best
Categories Breakfast, Brunch, Drink
Time 7m
Yield Makes 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat the milk in a saucepan over a very low heat. Empty the contents of the tea bags into the pan, then add the cracked cardamom pods, cinnamon stick, nutmeg and cloves.
- Sweeten with light brown soft sugar to taste (chai tea should be sweet, but use less if you like), then leave to infuse, but not boil, for 10 mins. Strain into mugs and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 100 calories, Fat 3 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 13 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 11 grams sugar, Protein 5 grams protein, Sodium 0.2 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Use Fresh Ginger and Cardamom: Fresh ginger and cardamom pods add a more intense flavor to the chai tea. If you don't have fresh ginger, you can use 1/4 teaspoon of ground ginger.
- Simmer the Spices: Simmering the spices in the milk allows the flavors to meld and develop. Don't boil the milk, as this can cause the spices to become bitter.
- Use a Variety of Spices: In addition to ginger and cardamom, you can add other spices to your chai tea, such as cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and black pepper. Experiment until you find a combination that you like.
- Sweeten to Taste: Chai tea is traditionally sweetened with sugar or honey. You can also use a sugar substitute if you prefer. Add sweetener to taste.
- Serve Hot or Cold: Chai tea can be served hot or cold. If you're serving it cold, let it cool completely before refrigerating.
Conclusion:
Chai tea is a delicious and versatile beverage that can be enjoyed all year round. It's easy to make at home and can be customized to your own taste. Whether you like it hot or cold, sweet or spicy, there's a chai tea recipe out there for everyone. So next time you're looking for a warm and comforting drink, give chai tea a try.
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