Sticky Chai is my all-time favourite twist on classic chai (tea) – a comforting fusion of spices with just the right touch of sweetness.
I love sipping it not just on cozy days but anytime, like while reading, writing or relaxing. Whether enjoyed by itself or with pastries, it's my top...
Ingredients
- 1Star Anise
- 1/2tspBlack Peppercorns
- 2Cloves
- 1pieceCinnamon Stick (small)
- 3Green Cardamoms
- 1/2tspAniseed
- 1pinchNutmeg Powder
- 1/2tbspGinger (finely chopped)
- 1tbspBlack Tea Leaves
- 1 1/2tbspHoney
- 1tspLemon Juice
- 2cupWater
How to make Sticky Chai
To prepare the tea blend
Coarsely grind star anise, black peppercorns, cloves, cinnamon sticks, cardamoms, and aniseeds using a mortar & pestle or a blender. Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl.
Add finely chopped ginger, nutmeg powder, and tea leaves to the coarsely ground spices. Thoroughly combine all the ingredients. l
In a small pan, gently heat honey, and lemon juice over low-medium heat for about a minute. Once warmed, pour this mixture over the combined tea blend in the mixing bowl. Stir well and then store the concoction in an air-tight container.
To prepare the tea-1st Method
In a saucepan, mix water with two teaspoons of the tea blend.
Let the mixture bubble up, then reduce the heat to a simmer for 3-5 minutes.
Strain the mixture to remove the tea leaves and spices, using a fine mesh sieve.
Serve your dairy-free Sticky Chai hot and enjoy the flavorful blend.
2nd Method
Place two teaspoons of the tea blend in a teapot, pour hot boiling water over it, cover and let it steep for 3-5 minutes.
After steeping, strain the mixture to remove the tea leaves and spices, using a fine mesh sieve.
Serve your dairy-free Sticky Chai hot and enjoy the flavorful blend.
Tips & Tricks
Sticky chai blend can be refrigerated and stored in a bottle and used when required.
Adjust the spice levels and sweetener according to your taste preferences.
Honey can be substituted with maple syrup.
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