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Kenyan Chai, Sugar-Free & Low-Carb

Kenya's everyday milky spiced tea, kept rich and warming without the usual heavy sugar.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 17 minutes
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: East African
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 70kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups water
  • 4 whole cardamom pods cracked
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1/2 inch fresh ginger sliced
  • 4 whole cloves
  • 2 tbsp loose black tea leaves (or 4 tea bags)
  • 1 cup full-fat milk or unsweetened almond or coconut milk
  • Sugar-free sweetener, to taste

Instructions

  • Combine water, cardamom, cinnamon stick, ginger, and cloves in a small saucepan.
  • Bring to a simmer and cook 5 minutes to let the spices infuse.
  • Add the tea leaves, simmer 2 more minutes.
  • Pour in the milk, return to a gentle simmer, and cook 3–4 minutes — do not let it boil hard.
  • Strain into cups, sweeten to taste, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 70kcal | Protein: 3g | Fat: 5g
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