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Caffeine-Free Orange Spiced Chai Recipe

Author: Kami McBride

Ingredients

  • 2 tsp dried orange peel pieces
  • 4 whole cloves
  • 7 cardamom pods
  • 1 tsp black peppercorns
  • 1/2 tsp coriander
  • 1 stick cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp chopped or grated fresh ginger
  • 2 1/2 cups water
  • 1/2 cup milk of choice
  • 1 tbsp honey (or to taste)

Instructions

  • Lightly crush the orange peel, clove, cardamom, peppercorn, and coriander with a mortar and pestle.
  • Combine the crushed spices, cinnamon, ginger, and water in a medium-sized pot.
  • Bring to a boil. 
  • Once the water has reached a boil, lower the heat and simmer for 15 minutes – the liquid should reduce by about a third.
  • Lower the heat to the lowest setting and add milk. 
  • Cover, turn off the heat, and let the chai steep for 10-15 minutes.
  • Strain through a fine mesh sieve before serving.
  • Add honey to taste, and enjoy!