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Fijian Style Masala Chai recipe

Fijian Style Masala Chai Recipe

81kcal
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Prep 10 minutes
Cook 25 minutes
The Fijian Style Masala Chai recipe is a traditional beverage from Fiji. It is made by brewing tea with a blend of spices. This chai is known for its unique flavor and aroma.
Servings 8 People
Course Beverages
Cuisine Fijian

Ingredients

  • 16 teacups water
  • 32 pods cardamom green
  • 16 tsp sugar
  • 8 slice ginger optional
  • 24 tsp lack tea Red Label Orange Peko, Taj Mahal, Darjeeling, etc.
  • 32 Tbsp milk I use whole milk

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Fine mesh strainer or tea filter

Method

Boil Water:
  1. a. In a large pot, add 16 teacups of water (that's approximately 4 liters).
  2. b. Place the pot on high heat and bring the water to a rolling boil.
  3. c. Once boiling, lower the heat and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
Crush Cardamom Pods:
  1. a. Take 32 pods of green cardamom and gently crush them to release their flavor.
  2. b. You can use a mortar and pestle for this task.
Add Cardamom and Sugar:
  1. a. After simmering, add the crushed cardamom pods to the simmering water.
  2. b. Stir in 16 teaspoons of sugar.
Add Ginger (Optional):
  1. a. If desired, you can add 8 slices of ginger to the pot for a spicy kick.
  2. b. This step is optional and can be skipped if you prefer your chai without ginger.
Brew Black Tea:
  1. a. Add 24 teaspoons of loose black tea leaves (brands like Red Label Orange Peko, Taj Mahal, Darjeeling, etc.) to the simmering water.
  2. b. Stir the tea leaves into the water.
Simmer:
  1. a. Let the tea simmer on low heat for 10-15 minutes.
  2. b. Keep an eye on it to prevent boiling over.
Add Milk:
  1. a. After simmering, add 32 tablespoons of milk to the chai.
  2. b. Stir it in and allow the chai to simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
Strain and Serve:
  1. a. Using a fine mesh strainer or a tea filter, strain the chai into teacups.
  2. b. Discard the tea leaves and cardamom pods.
  3. c. Your Fijian Style Masala Chai recipe is now ready to be served.

Nutrition

Calories81kcalCarbohydrates14gProtein2gFat2gSaturated Fat1gPolyunsaturated Fat0.1gMonounsaturated Fat0.4gCholesterol7mgSodium24mgPotassium143mgFiber1gSugar11gVitamin A97IUVitamin C1mgCalcium90mgIron1mg

Notes

Transfer any remaining Fijian Style Masala Chai recipe to an airtight container.
Ensure the container is clean and dry before storing.
Seal the container tightly to prevent air from entering.
Refrigerate the leftover chai promptly to maintain freshness.
Consume within 2-3 days for the best taste.
When reheating, do not bring the chai to a boil; gently warm it on the stove or in the microwave.
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