MASALA CHAI

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This is a traditional drink of India and Pakistan. Make your own for a more authentic flavor. There are many variations of this drink. Posted for ZWT8 India

Provided by AlaskaPam

Categories     Beverages

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 pieces cinnamon sticks
1 teaspoon cardamom seed
10 cloves, whole
5 cups water
1/4 cup black tea leaves (or 3 teabags)
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 cup honey
3 cups milk

Steps:

  • Tie up the cinnamon, cardamon seeds and cloves in a piece of cheesecloth and tie it with a string into a bag. Put the bag of spices into a pot with the 5 cups of water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer the spices for 15 minutes.
  • Turn off the heat and put the tea leaves (or tea bags) into the hot spiced water and steep for 2-3 minutes. Remove the cheesecloth bag and strain the liquid thru a sieve to remove the tea leaves.
  • Add the milk, honey and vanilla to the strained chai. Serve hot, or cold over ice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140.1, Fat 4.8, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 17.1, Sodium 67.3, Carbohydrate 21.2, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 11.7, Protein 4.6

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