Monday, October 19, 2009

Chai Masala - 7.1g Carbs, 0g Fiber, 6g Sugar: Spiced tea that can be served hot or cold with the same delicious flavor.

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Prep Time: 5 min 
Cook Time: 10 min 
Difficulty: EASY 
Servings: 2

2 Tbsp Tea, green (or bags to make 2 cups of tea)
14 fl oz water, hot (180 degrees)
6 fl oz whole milk (or soy or nondairy creamer)
1 tsp Chinese 5-spice powder

1. Combine tea and water, allow to steep for at least 10 minutes. For 
strong, darker tea, heat tea and water over low heat until desired 
strength is reached.

2. Steam or scald milk, soy milk, or nondairy creamer according to 
method of choice.

3. Combine steeped tea, steamed or scalded milk, soy milk or nondairy 
creamer and spice mix in a small saucepan. Heat over low heat until 
Chai is hot, about 1 minute.

4. Serve immediately or refrigerate and serve chilled over ice.

5. Chai masala is served both sweetened and unsweetened. If sweetening, 
use the sweetener of your choice.

Additional Information - - 
Chai masala spice mixtures can be purchased at Indian markets. You 
can also make your own by mixing together equal parts ground ginger, 
cinnamon, and cardamom. Your spice mixture will have the best flavor 
if you grind your own spices using a mortar and pestle or an electric
coffee grinder. 

Servings: 2
Nutrition per Serving: 
66.8 Calories, 3.2g Total Fat, 1.9g Saturated Fat, 1.3g Unsaturated Fat, 
7.1g Total Carbs, 0g Dietary Fiber, 6g Sugars, 0mg Potassium, 
3.1g Protein, 55.8mg Sodium 

Dietary Exchanges: 1/2 Milk 

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