Low Fat Masala Tea
Delight in the aromatic warmth of Low Fat Masala Tea, a lighter twist on the classic Indian spiced tea that's perfect for health-conscious tea lovers. This recipe brings together bold black tea leaves and a medley of fragrant spices, including cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, black peppercorns, and fresh ginger, to create a soothing and invigorating drink. The use of low-fat milk ensures a creamy yet guilt-free experience, while the option to use sugar substitutes keeps it light on calories. With just 15 minutes of prep and cook time, this easy masala chai is a delicious and comforting way to start your day or unwind in the evening. Serve it steaming hot for a cozy, flavor-packed treat that’s lower in fat but full of authentic masala essence. Perfect for guilt-free indulgence!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Water
- 1 cup Low-fat milk
- 1.5 tablespoons Black tea leaves
- 1 inch Cinnamon stick
- 4 Green cardamom pods
- 3 Cloves
- 4 Black peppercorns
- 0.5 inch Ginger root
- 2 teaspoons Sugar or sugar substitute
Directions
Step 1
Pour 2 cups of water into a medium-sized saucepan and place it on medium heat.
Step 2
Add 1-inch cinnamon stick, 4 green cardamom pods (slightly crushed), 3 cloves, and 4 black peppercorns to the water.
Step 3
Peel and thinly slice a 0.5-inch piece of ginger root and add it to the saucepan.
Step 4
Allow the spices to simmer in the water for about 5 minutes until their aromas are released.
Step 5
Add 1.5 tablespoons of black tea leaves to the simmering water and let it boil for another 2 minutes.
Step 6
Pour in 1 cup of low-fat milk and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Step 7
Stir in 2 teaspoons of sugar or your preferred sugar substitute.
Step 8
Let the tea simmer for another 2-3 minutes until it achieves a rich color and the flavors are well combined.
Step 9
Strain the tea into cups using a fine mesh strainer to remove the spices and tea leaves.
Step 10
Serve hot and enjoy the fragrant and light masala tea!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (761.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 224.5 |
| Total Fat 6.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 3.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 19.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 180.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 36.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 19.9g | |
| Protein 10.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 100.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 457.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 276.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories