Chai simply means spiced tea. This version highlights just one spice, pairing our bold Ceylon Black Tea with fragrant cardamom pods for a cup that feels comforting and quietly aromatic.
Simple Cardamom Chai
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Cuisine
Indian
Servings
2 cups
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
2 minutes
Chai simply means spiced tea. This version highlights just one spice, pairing our bold Ceylon Black Tea with fragrant cardamom pods for a cup that feels comforting and quietly aromatic.
Ingredients
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1.5 cups water
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1 cup milk or plant-based milk (oat recommended)
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2 tsp Gathering Place Ceylon Black tea
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2-4 Gathering Place Cardamom Pods, lightly crushed
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Sweetener to taste
Directions
Bring the water to a gentle boil in a small saucepan. Add the crushed cardamom pods and black tea.
Let it steep for 2-3 minutes, then pour in the milk. Reduce the heat to low and let the chai simmer softly for 4-5 minutes.
Remove from heat and strain the chai into two mugs using a fine sieve.
Sweeten to taste and enjoy warm.