South Asia — Muslim traditions
Ginger Chai
Gently simmered orange zest, honey and loose black tea, flavoured with ginger and cinnamon, a South Asian drink.
15 min · Serves 2 · Easy
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Ingredients
Method
Start cooking mode- Prep 5 min · Cook 10 min · 15 min total
- easy
- 1
Peel the ginger, and cut the cube into 2 pieces. Place the ginger, cinnamon, anise, orange zest, cardamom in a piece of cheesecloth.
- 2
Fill the cup(s) you will be using with water twice and add to the pot. Add the honey and the bag of spices to the pot.
- 3
Bring to a boil, stirring. Then, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes.
- 4
Remove the lid, and add the loose tea. Stir while increasing the heat to bring the mixture back to a boil.
- 5
Boil for 1 minute. Remove from heat and add enough milk, a little at a time, to achieve the desired caramel color.
- 6
Remove the cheesecloth sack and serve hot.
Notes and swaps
- Not assessed yet. Check each ingredient if you have an allergy.
