Vegan Traditional Indian Masala Chai

Indulge in the warm, aromatic embrace of Vegan Traditional Indian Masala Chai, a plant-based twist on the beloved spiced tea that’s rich in bold flavors and perfect for any time of day. Infused with a symphony of freshly crushed spices like cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, and star anise, along with a hint of zesty ginger and black pepper, this recipe captures the essence of authentic Indian chai. Using your favorite plant-based milk, such as almond, oat, or soy, this dairy-free version is as creamy and satisfying as the classic. Lightly sweetened with maple syrup or coconut sugar, this cozy beverage is both soothing and invigorating. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s the perfect way to bring a touch of tradition and comfort to your tea ritual.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 cups Water
• 2 teaspoons Black tea leaves
• 1 2-inch piece Cinnamon stick
• 4 Green cardamom pods
• 3 Cloves
• 1 1-inch piece, grated Fresh ginger
• 6 Black peppercorns
• 1 Star anise
• 1 cup Plant-based milk (e.g., almond, oat, or soy milk)
• 2 teaspoons (adjust to taste) Maple syrup or coconut sugar

Directions

Step 1

In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil over medium heat.

Step 2

Lightly crush the green cardamom pods and black peppercorns to release their flavors. Add them to the boiling water along with the cinnamon stick, cloves, grated ginger, and star anise.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low and let the spices simmer for 3-4 minutes to infuse their flavors into the water.

Step 4

Add 2 teaspoons of black tea leaves to the saucepan and simmer for another 2 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in 1 cup of your preferred plant-based milk and increase the heat to medium. Allow the chai to come to just below a boil and let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Sweeten the masala chai with 2 teaspoons of maple syrup or coconut sugar, adjusting the sweetness to taste.

Step 7

Strain the chai through a fine mesh sieve into mugs to remove the tea leaves and spices.

Step 8

Serve hot and enjoy the comforting and aromatic Vegan Traditional Indian Masala Chai.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(779.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	196.8

Total Fat 5.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 141.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 40.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.5g	0%
Total Sugars 12.7g
Protein 5.5g	0%

Vitamin D 100.0IU	0%
Calcium 529.2mg	0%
Iron 5.7mg	0%
Potassium 631.8mg	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: 20.3%

Protein: 9.6%

Carbs: 70.1%