Chai East African Tea

Indulge in the warm, spiced comfort of Chai East African Tea, a delightful fusion of bold black tea and aromatic spices like cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, and fresh ginger. This creamy, lightly sweetened tea is simmered to perfection with whole milk, creating a rich and flavorful brew that showcases the vibrant tea culture of East Africa. Ready in just 20 minutes, this soothing beverage is perfect for sipping on a chilly afternoon or sharing with guests alongside traditional treats like mandazi or chapati. Whether you're a chai enthusiast or new to spiced teas, this recipe promises an irresistible balance of sweetness, spice, and creaminess that will transport your taste buds.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 2 cups whole milk
• 2 tablespoons loose black tea leaves (or black tea bags)
• 1 stick cinnamon stick
• 3 pods cardamom pods (crushed)
• 3 cloves whole cloves
• 1 inch fresh ginger (grated or sliced)
• 2 tablespoons sugar (adjust to taste)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine 2 cups of water, cinnamon stick, crushed cardamom pods, whole cloves, and grated ginger.

Step 2

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, allowing the spices to release their flavors into the water.

Step 3

Once boiling, add the loose black tea leaves (or tea bags) to the saucepan.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 2-3 minutes to let the tea steep.

Step 5

Pour in 2 cups of whole milk and stir gently.

Step 6

Raise the heat slightly and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent the milk from scorching.

Step 7

Add 2 tablespoons of sugar (or more to taste) and stir until dissolved.

Step 8

Simmer the chai for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the tea to become creamy and aromatic.

Step 9

Strain the tea through a fine-mesh sieve into a teapot or directly into serving cups to remove the spices and tea leaves.

Step 10

Serve hot and enjoy your Chai East African Tea on its own or with snacks like mandazi or chapati.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1009.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	414.3

Total Fat 15.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 58.6mg	0%
Sodium 202.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 52.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.9g	0%
Total Sugars 48.8g
Protein 16.2g	0%

Vitamin D 214.7IU	0%
Calcium 662.0mg	0%
Iron 0.4mg	0%
Potassium 766.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.3%

Protein: 15.6%

Carbs: 50.1%