How to Make Loaded Tea
Loaded tea, a popular variant of chai tea popularized in India, is a delicious and unique way to make a cup of tea. Here is everything you need to know to make it at home.
Ingredients
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- 3 tablespoons of black tea
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- 1 tablespoon of ginger powder
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- 2 cups of water, + 1 tablespoon for boiling
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- 1 teaspoon of cardamom powder
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- 2-3 cloves, crushed
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- 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
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- 2 tablespoons of sugar
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- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
Instructions
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- Prepare the Tea Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the tea, ginger powder, cardamom powder, cloves, cinnamon, sugar, and black pepper and mix them together.
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- Boil the Water: Place the 1 tablespoon of water in a small saucepan and bring it to a boil.
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- Add the Tea Mixture: Add the tea mixture to the boiling water and mix it in.
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- Simmer: Reduce the heat to low and simmer the tea for 10 minutes.
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- Strain: Strain the tea and discard the spices and tea leaves.
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- Serve: Pour the tea into mugs and sweeten to taste.
Enjoy Your Loaded Tea!
Loaded tea is a flavorful and unique chai tea recipe and a great way to enjoy a cup of tea. You can enjoy it hot or cold, sweetened or unsweetened – any way you like it. Enjoy!