– Gather Ingredients:1 cup water 1 cup milk 2 teaspoons tea leaves (black tea) 2-3 crushed cardamom pods 1-2 cloves (optional) A small piece of cinnamon (optional) 1-2 teaspoons sugar (or to taste)
Boil Water: – In a saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a boil.
Add Spices: – Add the crushed cardamom, cloves, and cinnamon to the boiling water.
Add Tea Leaves: – Add 2 teaspoons of tea leaves to the water and spices.
Simmer: – Let the tea simmer for 2-3 minutes for a stronger flavor.
Add Milk: – Add 1 cup of milk to the saucepan and bring it back to a boil.
– Stir:Stir the mixture gently to combine.
Sweeten: – Add sugar to taste, stir until dissolved.
Simmer Again: – Let the chai simmer for another 2-3 minutes, watching carefully so it doesn’t overflow.
1. Strain and Serve: – Strain the chai into a cup and serve hot.