Vegan Chai

Vegan Chai is a delightful blend of aromatic spices and plant-based milk, creating a soothing beverage perfect for any time of the day. This authentic Indian recipe provides a comforting taste of home with a vegan twist.

Ingredients

• Water - 500 ml
• Black tea leaves - 2 tablespoons
• Almond milk - 300 ml
• Fresh ginger - 1 inch, grated
• Cardamom pods - 4, crushed
• Cinnamon stick - 1 small
• Cloves - 2
• Black peppercorns - 2
• Maple syrup - 2 teaspoons (optional)
• Vanilla extract - 1/2 teaspoon (optional)

Steps

1. In a saucepan, bring 500 ml of water to a boil.
2. Add 2 tablespoons of black tea leaves, grated fresh ginger, crushed cardamom pods, cinnamon stick, cloves, and black peppercorns to the boiling water.
3. Reduce the heat and let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes to allow the spices to infuse.
4. Add 300 ml of almond milk to the pot and bring it back to a gentle simmer.
5. If desired, stir in 2 teaspoons of maple syrup and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
6. Let the chai simmer for an additional 3 minutes, then strain into cups to serve.

Nutrition

• Calories: 80
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 70 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 3 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 2.7 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from tea and spices which can help reduce inflammation.
• Ginger aids in digestion and can help soothe nausea.

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