Better Chai from a Chai Tea Bag
Description: The directions on my chai tea bags say, "steep 3-5 minutes, then add milk." The result is not very good; it's watery and not spicy at all. This recipe is my "rescue" for chai tea bags. It's not exactly chai like you get in India, but it's closer at least!
Ingredients:
- 1 chai tea bag (I use Trader Joe's)
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup nonfat milk (whichever milk you prefer, I just like skim)
- 1/2 teaspoon honey (optional) or 1/2 teaspoon sugar (optional)
Steps:
- Place water and tea bag in a small saucepan over high heat.
- Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer for about ten minutes, until the water is reduced by half. If less than 1/2 cup of water remains after ten minutes, just top up with more water.
- Remove tea bag and stir in milk and honey or sugar. Allow the chai to just return to a boil, then pour into a mug and serve.
- Note that if you let chai sit for too long, it will form a "skin." This is normal, but if you'd rather not have it, periodically stir your chai while you enjoy it.
