Low Sodium Traditional Thai Tea

Escape to the vibrant flavors of Southeast Asia with this Low Sodium Traditional Thai Tea, a refreshing twist on the iconic Thai beverage. Made with fragrant black tea, aromatic spices like cardamom, star anise, and cinnamon, and enriched with creamy unsweetened coconut milk, this recipe delivers all the indulgent taste of Thai tea without the excess sodium. A touch of turmeric offers a natural golden hue, while a customizable sweetener list lets you adjust the sweetness to your preference. Perfectly chilled and poured over ice, this thirst-quenching treat is ideal for hot afternoons or as a unique addition to any meal. With just 15 minutes of cook time, this homemade low sodium Thai tea is both quick and budget-friendly—an excellent choice for tea lovers seeking a healthier, authentic flavor experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons Black tea leaves (preferably loose leaf or Thai tea mix without added sodium)
• 4 cups Water
• 3 pieces Cardamom pods
• 2 pieces Star anise
• 1 piece Cinnamon stick
• 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoons Optional: Ground turmeric (for color)
• 1 cup Coconut milk (unsweetened, low sodium)
• 2 tablespoons Sweetener of choice (such as honey, agave, or stevia)
• 2 cups Ice cubes

Directions

Step 1

In a medium pot, bring 4 cups of water to a gentle boil.

Step 2

Add the black tea leaves, cardamom pods, star anise, and cinnamon stick to the boiling water.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.

Step 4

If desired, add the ground turmeric for a golden-orange color and stir well.

Step 5

Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 6

Strain the tea through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a heatproof pitcher to remove the tea leaves and spices.

Step 7

Stir in the coconut milk and sweetener of choice until well combined. Adjust sweetness to taste.

Step 8

Let the tea cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour to chill.

Step 9

When ready to serve, fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled Thai tea over the ice.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your low sodium traditional Thai tea!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1749.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	286.6

Total Fat 12.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 69.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 47.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.2g	0%
Total Sugars 34.7g
Protein 3.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 177.9mg	0%
Iron 6.3mg	0%
Potassium 321.7mg	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: 35.6%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 60.2%