Tea of India – Chai

Chai is the common equalizer in India – from the rich to the poor. No matter what their position in life, an Indian relishes a cup of tea. The rich ones have their tea served in fancy tea-pots, delicate porcelain cups on well laid out tables with cookies and pastries. The not-so-affluent have it in more humble settings. But the joy and satisfaction is the same.

A good cup of chai is the answer to body aches, headaches and the morning blues.

Call it “Chai” or “Choi” or “Cha” or “Tea” the joy of having chai is awesome.

Parsi Chai

Ingredients for 2 cups of chai (tea)

4 tsp black tea (use more if stronger tea is desired)

1 Lemon Grass (Leeli Chai) leaf washed and finely chopped

1 tsp Mint leaves washed and finely chopped

1 cup water

1 cup milk

Method

Boil water, lemon grass and mint (see video)

Add milk (see video)

Make the Ukaro (see video)

Pour into cups and enjoy piping hot.