Easy & Delicious Indian Milk Tea (Chai) Recipe for Guests

Name: Easy & Delicious Indian Milk Tea (Chai) Recipe for Guests
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 cup Water (For boiling with spices); 2 cups Milk (Full-fat milk is recommended for richer taste); 2 tablespoons Black Tea Leaves (Or 4 tea bags); 3-4 tablespoons Sugar (Adjust to your preferred sweetness); 1 inch piece Fresh Ginger (Crushed or grated); 4-5 pods Cardamom Pods (Lightly crushed to release flavor); 1 small Cinnamon Stick (Optional, adds warmth); 2-3 whole Cloves (Optional, for extra spice)

Learn how to make a comforting and aromatic Indian milk tea, perfect for serving guests. This traditional chai recipe features a blend of black tea, milk, sugar, and fragrant spices, offering a delightful experience for any gathering.

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Perfectly brewed Chai, ready to serve

Recipe Information

Prep Time

10m

Cook Time

15m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Indian

Urdu

Nutrition (per serving)

135

Calories

Protein

21g

Carbs

Fat

Chai simmering in a pot

Ingredients

Water
(For boiling with spices)
1 cup
Milk
(Full-fat milk is recommended for richer taste)
2 cups

Black Tea Leaves
(Or 4 tea bags)
2 tablespoons
Sugar
(Adjust to your preferred sweetness)
3 tablespoons
Fresh Ginger
(Crushed or grated)
1 inch piece
Cardamom Pods
(Lightly crushed to release flavor)
4 pods
Cinnamon Stick
(Optional, adds warmth)
1 small

Cloves
(Optional, for extra spice)
2 whole

Servings: 4

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

A cup of creamy Chai with biscuits

Instructions

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Prepare the spices: Lightly crush the fresh ginger and cardamom pods. If using, lightly crush the cinnamon stick and cloves as well.
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Prepare the spices: Lightly crush the fresh ginger and cardamom pods. If using, lightly crush the cinnamon stick and cloves as well.
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Crushing spices releases their essential oils for maximum flavor.
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Boil water with spices: In a saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Add the crushed ginger, cardamom, and any other spices (cinnamon, cloves). Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to infuse the flavors.
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Boil water with spices: In a saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Add the crushed ginger, cardamom, and any other spices (cinnamon, cloves). Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to infuse the flavors.
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Ensure a good boil to extract all the aromatic compounds from the spices.

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Add tea leaves: Stir in the black tea leaves (or tea bags) into the simmering spiced water. Allow to brew for 30 seconds to 1 minute, depending on desired strength.
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Add tea leaves: Stir in the black tea leaves (or tea bags) into the simmering spiced water. Allow to brew for 30 seconds to 1 minute, depending on desired strength.
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Don't over-brew the tea at this stage to avoid bitterness.
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Add milk and sugar: Pour in the milk and add the sugar. Bring the mixture to a strong boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 3-5 minutes. The chai should turn a rich, creamy color.
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Add milk and sugar: Pour in the milk and add the sugar. Bring the mixture to a strong boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 3-5 minutes. The chai should turn a rich, creamy color.
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Simmering allows the milk and spices to fully blend, enhancing the flavor and creaminess.
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Strain and serve: Carefully strain the chai through a fine-mesh sieve directly into serving cups, ensuring no tea leaves or spices enter the cup.
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Strain and serve: Carefully strain the chai through a fine-mesh sieve directly into serving cups, ensuring no tea leaves or spices enter the cup.
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For an authentic touch, serve in small glass cups.

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Enjoy: Serve the hot chai immediately with biscuits or snacks.
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Enjoy: Serve the hot chai immediately with biscuits or snacks.
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Chai is best enjoyed fresh and hot.