Masala Chai Tea

Tea to Warm Your Heart and Soul

This recipe is the perfect cozy beverage to make to warm you up on a chilly day. It features several aromatic spices that are known for their ability to soothe digestion and reduce inflammation in the body.

Makes: 4 servings

Recipe courtesy of
  • Lisa Markley Director of Culinary Medicine | AdventHealth Whole Health Institute

Recipe Ingredients

  • 6 cups water
  • 6-8 slices fresh ginger
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 2 teaspoons cardamom granules
  • 2-3 star anise
  • 8-10 peppercorns
  • 8-10 whole cloves
  • Honey to taste
  • 4 green or black tea bags
  • Splash of milk or plant-milk

Preparation

  1. Add water and spices to a medium pot. Bring water to a boil, then lower to a simmer and let spices steep in simmering water for about 15 minutes.
  2. Turn off heat and strain spices.
  3. Pour tea into individual cups with a tea bag in each cup.
  4. Add honey and milk of your choice.

Storage tips: cool completely and keep in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Reheat in the microwave or on the stove.

Category Tags

Low Calorie