Hot and Spicy Himalayan Tea (Chai Tea)
Make a hot cup of tea at home with spices and milk.
You will need some special spices and tea leaves.
The result is a warm and spicy drink.
By Nadia Kovalenko
Posted October 20, 2026Share
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Make a hot cup of tea at home with spices and milk.
You will need some special spices and tea leaves.
The result is a warm and spicy drink.
Quick Tip Read the recipe in its entirety before you start cooking. This will help you understand the ingredients, steps, and timing involved, and allow you to prepare any necessary equipment or ingredients beforehand.
Ingredients 11
7 cups water
6 tablespoons light brown sugar
1.25 inch piece fresh ginger root, peeled and chopped
1 cinnamon stick
6 green cardamom pods
12 whole cloves
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon fennel seeds
0.5 teaspoon black peppercorns
2 tablespoons Darjeeling tea leaves
1 cup milk
Instructions
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1
Combine 7 cups water, 6 tablespoons light brown sugar, 1.25 inch piece fresh ginger root, 1 cinnamon stick, 6 green cardamom pods, 12 whole cloves, 2 bay leaves, 1 tablespoon fennel seeds, and 0.5 teaspoon black peppercorns in a pot. Cover and boil for 20 minutes.
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Remove from the heat, add 2 tablespoons Darjeeling tea leaves, and let it steep for 10 minutes. Stir in 1 cup milk and bring to a boil. Strain the tea into tea cups.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
Amount Per Serving
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Calories 53 kcal
% Daily Value *
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Total Fat 1g
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Cholesterol 2mg
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Sodium 27mg
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Total Carbohydrate 11g
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Dietary Fiber 1g
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Protein 1g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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