Dairy-Free Masala Tea
Warm your soul with this aromatic Dairy-Free Masala Tea, a plant-based twist on the classic Indian chai. Infused with bold black tea leaves and an enticing blend of whole spices like cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, and star anise, this spiced tea is simmered to perfection with a splash of creamy almond milk or your favorite dairy-free alternative. A hint of ginger and black pepper adds the perfect kick, while a touch of sweetness rounds out the flavors. Ready in just 20 minutes, this comforting vegan masala chai is ideal for cozy mornings or as an afternoon pick-me-up. Serve it hot and savor the exotic medley of flavors in every sip! Perfect for those seeking a dairy-free chai recipe or a flavorful vegan tea experience.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Water
- 2 teaspoons Black tea leaves
- 1 small Cinnamon stick
- 4 pods Cardamom pods
- 3 units Cloves
- 1 inch piece Fresh ginger
- 5 units Black peppercorns
- 1 leaf Bay leaf
- 1 unit Star anise
- 2 tablespoons Sugar or sweetener of choice
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk (or preferred plant-based milk)
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, add 2 cups of water and bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the black tea leaves, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods (lightly crushed), cloves, ginger (sliced or crushed), black peppercorns, bay leaf, and star anise to the boiling water.
Step 3
Reduce the heat to low and let the spices simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse into the water.
Step 4
Add sugar or sweetener of your choice and stir until dissolved.
Step 5
Pour in the unsweetened almond milk and increase the heat slightly to bring the mixture back to a gentle simmer.
Step 6
Allow the tea to simmer for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 7
Strain the tea into cups, removing the tea leaves and spices.
Step 8
Serve hot and enjoy your aromatic dairy-free masala tea.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (774.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 186.2 |
| Total Fat 4.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 204.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 38.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 25.5g | |
| Protein 2.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 100.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 582.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 385.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories