Masala chai is an ancient Indian tradition of spiced tea with milk that is served in every corner of the subcontinent. The West adopted it as a chai latte in coffee shops since the 90s. Today it balances aromatic spices and comfort in homemade and commercial versions alike.
Indian
Spiced chai latte
Homemade spiced chai latte with cinnamon, cardamom, ginger and milk.
- Indian
- Starter
- Vegetarian
- Light
- Low fat
- easy
10 min
Tiempo de Preparación
2
Servings
Nutrición por ración
- Calories 130 kcal
- Protein 5 g
- Fiber 0 g
- Carbohydrates 20 g
- Fat 4 g
- Sodium 80 mg
Story behind the dish
Preparation
Spiced chai latte is an Indian preparation with easy difficulty. Reserve about 20 minutes in total (10 for mise en place and preparation, 10 for cooking). Follow the 7 phases in order: each step indicates what to do, what to observe and, when applicable, the time or level of fire.
Before you start
- Have ready: 300 ml of water.
- Have ready: 300 ml of whole milk.
- Have ready: 2 bags of strong black tea.
- Have ready: 2 tablespoons of brown sugar.
- Have ready: 1 cinnamon stick.
- Salt, oil and spices measured and within reach.
- Clean utensils, board and clear work surface.
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Heat water with cinnamon
Heat water with cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, ginger and pepper for 5 minutes.
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Add black tea and infuse for 3 minutes; add sugar and salt
Add black tea and infuse for 3 minutes; incorporate sugar and salt. Taste before serving: the balance between salt, acidity and fat defines the final result.
Taste before serving: the balance between salt, acidity and fat defines the final result
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Pour milk and cook over low heat for 5 minutes without boiling hard.
Pour milk and cook over low heat for 5 minutes without boiling hard.
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Strain into a jug and beat with a hand mixer until foamy.
Strain into a jug and beat with a hand mixer until foamy.
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Serve hot in large cups flavored with vanilla.
Serve hot in large cups flavored with vanilla.
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For cold version
For cold version, cool completely and serve over ice.
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Adjust spices according to spiciness and sweetness preference.
Adjust spices according to spiciness and sweetness preference.
Chef's tips
- Test for salt and doneness before serving; the last adjustment makes the difference.
- Use fresh and seasonal ingredients: the quality of the product is noticeable in the final result.
Variations
- Version with oatmeal drink and without sugar.
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