It's true, I adore exploring. Last summer I had the opportunity to galavant the Indian Himalayas for five whole weeks ... utterly AMAZING!
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| My first chai making attempt [and yes, with a spatula]. |
During my time there, I was introduced to this glorious and wonderful world of chai drinking ... which I now have an obsession with [I'm not ashamed]. My fellow Indians taught me the art form of making this cozy drink and I want to share the incredibly valuable skill with you. It may change your life ... seriously.
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| This is what chai reminds me of ... watching the sunrise on the side of a mountain. |
So, I invite you to share in this delight that is chai. I'm aware that much easier methods exist to make that hot cup of joy [you know, like a tea bag], but [trust me] there's no comparison to the chai making ways of India's beautiful people.
Chai
2 cups water
1/2 TSP ground cloves
1/4 TSP cardamon
Sprinkle of cinnamon
Dash of black pepper
Loose leaf black tea
[around 2 TBSP]
[tea bags will work, I use loose leaf because the flavor is most similar to what I experienced]
Chai
2 cups water
1/2 TSP ground cloves
1/4 TSP cardamon
Sprinkle of cinnamon
Dash of black pepper
Loose leaf black tea
[around 2 TBSP]
[tea bags will work, I use loose leaf because the flavor is most similar to what I experienced]
1 TBSP Sugar
Cream or milk [if you're wanting to be a bit healthier]
Combine spices with water. Bring water to a boil.
Fill mugs or thermos 3/4 of the way full and seep black tea for 30 seconds to a minute.
[If you're using tea bags, you may have to seep them for a bit longer for the same robust flavor that the loose leaf teas provides.]
Add sugar.
Fill mugs or thermos to capacity with milk.
Stir to ensure sugar is dissolved.
Enjoy as you sip on the flavors of the Indian Himalayas
A little note: the best chai is when you find the exact mix of spices and sugar. This recipe is what I love most, but you can add more cloves for it to be a bit spicier or seep the tea longer for bitterness. This drink is all about the perfect combination of ingredients for your happy place.
So enjoy. And namaste friends!
Cream or milk [if you're wanting to be a bit healthier]
Combine spices with water. Bring water to a boil.
Fill mugs or thermos 3/4 of the way full and seep black tea for 30 seconds to a minute.
[If you're using tea bags, you may have to seep them for a bit longer for the same robust flavor that the loose leaf teas provides.]
Add sugar.
Fill mugs or thermos to capacity with milk.
Stir to ensure sugar is dissolved.
Enjoy as you sip on the flavors of the Indian Himalayas
A little note: the best chai is when you find the exact mix of spices and sugar. This recipe is what I love most, but you can add more cloves for it to be a bit spicier or seep the tea longer for bitterness. This drink is all about the perfect combination of ingredients for your happy place.
So enjoy. And namaste friends!
