Chilli Chataka Chai

INGREDIENTS:

Orthodox black tea, Chili flakes, Ginger, Cinnamon, Cardamom, and Cloves.

STEEPING NOTES:

Water Qty: 180ml

Tea Qty: 2 Grams or 1 tsp

Temp to Boil: 80°c

Steep Time: 4-5 Minutes

Strain and Serve.

This tea can be re-steeped multiple times. Just add hot water to the infused leaves and keep the steeping time longer than the first cup.

TASTE NOTES:

Brisk, Peppery, Aromatic with a Spicy Mouthfeel

Suggested Condiments :

1) Drink plain
2) Add honey/sugar
3) Add lemon
4) Add freshly crushed mint leaves.
Please do not add milk to this decoction as it will result in curdling of milk, which is undesirable.
This tea can be enjoyed both hot and as an iced tea.
To make iced tea just brew 2 tsp (4gms) tea leaves in 180 ml boiled water and prepare the tea.  Then pour the tea into the tumbler and add Honey /sugar as per taste and ice cubes to the decoction (you may add lemon if required ) and yippy! your delicious iced tea is ready…. cheers!!

Best Paired with: Sandwiches, Biscuits, Deep fried snacks like Samosas and Pakoras.

POTENTIAL HEALTH BENEFITS:

This tea can help :-

• Improve digestion and cure constipation.
• Strengthen the immune system and increase metabolism.
• Treat depression and anxiety.
• Regulate blood pressure and blood sugar level