Low Sodium Masala Tea
Warm up with a comforting cup of Low Sodium Masala Tea, a health-conscious twist on the traditional Indian spiced tea. Bursting with aromatic spices like ginger, cardamom, cinnamon, and fennel, this tea delivers bold, invigorating flavors without relying on added sodium. Perfectly balanced with a customizable hint of honey or sugar and optional milk for a creamy finish, this soothing beverage is ideal for cozy mornings or relaxing evenings. Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, it's a fragrant, all-natural pick-me-up that's as nourishing as it is delicious. Try this low sodium recipe for an authentic masala chai experience with a healthier edge!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups water
- 2 teaspoons black tea leaves
- 1 inch piece, grated or sliced fresh ginger
- 4 green cardamom pods
- 1 1-inch piece cinnamon stick
- 3 cloves
- 5 black peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
- 1 star anise
- 0.5 cup milk (optional)
- 1 teaspoon or to taste honey or sugar (optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a saucepan, add the water and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat.
Step 2
While the water is heating, lightly crush the cardamom pods, cloves, and peppercorns using a mortar and pestle.
Step 3
Once the water is boiling, add the grated ginger, crushed spices, cinnamon stick, fennel seeds, and star anise to the saucepan.
Step 4
Reduce the heat to low and let the spices simmer for about 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse.
Step 5
Add the black tea leaves to the simmering spiced water and let it steep for another 3 minutes.
Step 6
If using, pour the milk into the saucepan and allow it to heat through, but do not let it boil.
Step 7
Strain the tea into cups using a fine mesh sieve to remove the tea leaves and spices.
Step 8
Sweeten with honey or sugar if desired, and stir well before serving.
Step 9
Serve hot, and enjoy your low sodium masala tea!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (656.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 190.3 |
| Total Fat 5.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 1.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 10mg | 0% |
| Sodium 91.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 35.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 12.4g | |
| Protein 7.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 62IU | 0% |
| Calcium 375.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 642.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories