Indian Hemp Chai (Serves 2)
Prep Time: 2 mins
Cook Time: 8 mins
Total Time: 10 mins
Why This Recipe Works:
✅ 7 authentic spices for complex flavor
✅ Dairy-free creaminess from hemp + soy milk
✅ Natural sweetness with honey (or vegan alternatives)
✅ Protein + omega-3s in every sip
Ingredients:
Chai Base:
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1 recipe Hemp Chai Tea Base (*1¾ cups water + ½ cup hemp hearts*)
Spice Blend:
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2 whole cloves
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4 black peppercorns
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4 green cardamom pods (lightly crushed)
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1 cinnamon stick (broken)
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¼ tsp fennel seeds
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1-inch fresh ginger (sliced)
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⅛ tsp allspice
Finishing Touches:
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¼ cup soy milk (or oat milk)
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2 tbsp honey (or maple syrup for vegan)
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Create Spiced Infusion
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Combine hemp tea base + all spices in saucepan.
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Bring to boil, then immediately reduce heat.
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Simmer 3 mins to extract flavors.
2. Strain & Finish
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Pour through fine mesh sieve into cups.
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Stir in milk + sweetener.
3. Froth (Optional)
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Use handheld frother for café-style foam.
Pro Tips:
🔹 For stronger spice flavor: Lightly toast whole spices before boiling
🔹 Tea variation: Add 1 black tea bag during last 2 mins of simmering
🔹 Iced version: Chill, serve over ice with cinnamon sprinkle
Health Benefits:
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Ginger + pepper: Aids digestion & boosts immunity
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Cardamom: Helps detoxification
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Hemp: Provides plant-based protein + healthy fats
Serving Suggestions:
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Morning ritual: Pair with almond biscotti
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Afternoon boost: Serve with date energy balls
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Evening unwind: Add dash of nutmeg for relaxation
Cultural Note:
This recipe honors traditional kadak chai (strong Indian tea) methods while innovating with hemp's nutritional benefits. The spice blend mirrors what you'd find in Mumbai's tea stalls!
More than just a tea, this hemp masala chai is a wellness elixir that warms from within. The interplay of spices and hemp creaminess creates a luxurious yet healthy alternative to sugar-laden chai lattes.
Chai pe charcha (Let's talk over tea)! ☕🌿
