Created by VickyLap, Thursday, 05 February 2009 Description
Chai, pronounced with a long "i" as in the word tie, is the actual word for tea in many countries. It is also called masala chai (Masala meaning "spiced"). It is a centuries-old beverage from India which is basically black tea brewed with selected spices and milk. The spices vary from recipe to recipe, but is traditionally consumed hot and sweet. Play with the flavors and make this tea your own! This is a great alternative to coffee.
Methods/steps
* Decaffeinated tea leaves can also be used, but increase the amount of tea by either 1 teaspoon loose tea or 1 tea bag to make up for the loss in flavor.
In a large saucepan, add the water, tea bags, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, cloves, nutmeg, ginger, vanilla bean, peppercorns and brown sugar. Bring just to a boil; then cover and reduce the heat to low. Let simmer for approximately 5 minutes depending on how strong a spice flavor you want. Strain mixture through strainer or coffee filters; press on the spices and tea with a spoon to extract all the fragrant liquids.
NOTE: Many people make the tea base ahead of time
Serve hot or in a tall glass filled with ice.
Store unused portion in the refrigerator.
Makes 3 cups.
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Serving Size: 1 Recipe (501g) | ||
Recipe Makes: 1 Recipe | ||
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Calories: 85 | ||
Calories from Fat: 43 (51%) | ||
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Amt Per Serving | % DV | |
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Total Fat 4.8g | 6 % | |
Saturated Fat 1.3g | 7 % | |
Monounsaturated Fat 0.4g | ||
Polyunsanturated Fat 1.7g | ||
Cholesterol 0mg | 0 % | |
Sodium 75.8mg | 3 % | |
Potassium 274.6mg | 7 % | |
Total Carbohydrate 17g | 5 % | |
Dietary Fiber 9.7g | 39 % | |
Sugars, other 7.3g | ||
Protein 1.6g | 2 % | |
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Calories per serving: 85
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