Minty Cardamom Chai Latte

A refreshing and authentic Indian drink made with black tea, fragrant spices, and cool mint, perfect for a hot summer day in India.

🛒 Ingredients

• 1 teabag Assam Black Tea
• 4-6 pieces Green Cardamom
• 1/4 cup Fresh Mint Leaves
• 2 tbsp Granulated Sugar
• 1 cup Milk
• 1/2 cup Unsalted Almond Milk
• 1 tbsp Ghee or Unsalted Butter
• 1/4 tsp Mace or Ground Nutmeg

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1: Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat.

2. 2

   Step 2: Add the Assam black tea and let it steep for 2-3 minutes.

3. 3

   Step 3: Strain the tea into a separate container and discard the tea leaves.

4. 4

   Step 4: In the same saucepan, add the green cardamom, sugar, and 2 cups of milk.

5. 5

   Step 5: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.

6. 6

   Step 6: Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it steep for 5-7 minutes.

7. 7

   Step 7: Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large mug.

8. 8

   Step 8: Add the steeped Assam tea to the mug and stir well.

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   Step 9: Add the fresh mint leaves to the mixture and stir gently.

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    Step 10: Top the latte with a drizzle of ghee or unsalted butter and a sprinkle of mace or ground nutmeg.

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    Step 11: Serve immediately and enjoy!

💡 Pro Tips

To make a stronger tea, use 2 tea bags instead of 1. Adjust the amount of sugar and milk to your taste. Add a pinch of salt to balance the flavors.

📊 Nutrition per Serving