Chai Tea
Ingredients
- 1 tbspn assam loose leaf black tea (or use a tea bag)
- 1/4 teaspoon of gingerbread (epicure) spice or plain ginger
- 1/8 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 piece of star anise
- 3 cardamom pods opened
- a few strips of grated orange rind
- 1/2 teaspoon honey (or more)
- 1/4 cup of milk of choice
- 3 cups water
Preparation
Grind any whole spices in a mortar and pestle. Add the water to a pot and bring to a boil, add in spices, simmer for 5-10 minutes then add the tea to the boiling mix. Steep another few minutes
Strain tea and add milk