Saffron and Cardamom Chai

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Saffron and Cardamom Chai

Indulge in the warm, aromatic flavors of Indian spices with this creamy and comforting Saffron and Cardamom Chai, a traditional Indian beverage made from a blend of spices, milk, and black tea.

šŸ½ļø Beverage šŸŒ Indian šŸ“Š Easy ⭐ 4.9/5 (315 reviews)
ā±ļø
10m
Prep
šŸ”„
40m
Cook
āŒ›
50m
Total
šŸ‘„
4
Serves
šŸ”„
300
Cal/Serving

šŸ›’ Ingredients

  • 2 tsp black tea leaves
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup milk
  • 0.25 tsp saffron threads
  • 1 tsp ground cardamom
  • 0.5 tsp grated ginger
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 0.25 tsp ground cloves
  • 0.125 tsp nutmeg powder

šŸ‘Øā€šŸ³ Instructions

  1. 1

    Bring water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat.

  2. 2

    Add black tea leaves and simmer for 5-7 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add grated ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and nutmeg powder. Simmer for another 2 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add milk and stir well to combine. Bring mixture to a simmer.

  5. 5

    Add saffron threads and ground cardamom. Stir well to combine and let it steep for 2-3 minutes.

  6. 6

    Strain the mixture into cups and add sugar to taste. Stir well to combine.

  7. 7

    Serve warm and enjoy.

šŸ’” Pro Tips

Use high-quality saffron threads for the best flavor and aroma. Adjust the amount of sugar to your taste. For a creamier chai, add more milk or use heavy cream.

šŸ“Š Nutrition per Serving

300
Calories
12g
Protein
30g
Carbs
15g
Fat
2g
Fiber
20g
Sugar
100mg
Sodium
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