Dairy-Free Traditional Indian Chai
Discover the rich, aromatic flavors of Dairy-Free Traditional Indian Chai, a comforting twist on the classic spiced tea that's completely plant-based. This robust beverage combines bold black tea with a medley of warming spices like fresh ginger, crushed cardamom pods, cinnamon, and cloves, gently simmered with your favorite creamy plant-based milk, such as almond, oat, or coconut. Sweetened naturally with maple syrup or coconut sugar, this dairy-free chai is perfect for cozy mornings or as an afternoon pick-me-up. Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, it’s a wholesome, vegan-friendly alternative that doesn’t compromise on authenticity or flavor. A must-try for chai lovers seeking a vibrant, allergen-free option!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup plant-based milk (such as almond, oat, or coconut milk)
- 2 teaspoons or bags loose black tea leaves or tea bags
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated or thinly sliced)
- 3 pods green cardamom pods (slightly crushed)
- 0.5 teaspoon or 1 stick ground cinnamon or cinnamon stick
- 2 pieces cloves
- 2 pieces black peppercorns (optional)
- 1 tablespoon natural sweetener (such as maple syrup, coconut sugar, or agave syrup)
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of water, grated ginger, crushed cardamom pods, cinnamon, cloves, and peppercorns (if using).
Step 2
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to allow the spices to infuse into the water.
Step 3
Add the loose black tea leaves or tea bags to the saucepan and simmer for another 2 minutes. If you prefer stronger tea, let it steep longer.
Step 4
Lower the heat and pour in 1 cup of your chosen plant-based milk. Stir well and allow the mixture to heat up without boiling for 2-3 minutes.
Step 5
Add 1 tablespoon of your preferred natural sweetener and stir until dissolved. Adjust sweetness to taste.
Step 6
Turn off the heat and strain the chai into cups using a fine mesh strainer to remove the tea leaves and spices.
Step 7
Serve immediately and enjoy your hot, flavorful dairy-free traditional Indian chai!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (747.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 119.7 |
| Total Fat 3.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 178.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 23.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.3g | |
| Protein 1.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 100.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 385.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 245.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories