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Chai Tea Mix

Source of Recipe


Country Living Magazine






List of Ingredients



• 1 orange
  
• 1/2 cup cardamom pods
  
• 12 cinnamon sticks, crushed
  
• 2 Tbsp whole cloves
  
• 2 Tbsp black peppercorns
  
• 2 Tbsp allspice berries
  
• 1 Tbsp coriander seeds
  
• 1/4 cup whole star anise
  
• 1/2 cup loose Darjeeling tea
  






Instructions



1. Dry the orange:
   Preheat the oven to 200° F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Slice the orange into 1/8-inch-thick rounds and place on the prepared baking sheet. Bake, turning occasionally, until dry -- 2 to 3 hours.
   
   
2. Make spice mix:
   Combine the dried orange and the rest of the ingredients except the tea in a large bowl and toss to combine. Store the spice blend and the tea in separate airtight containers for up to 6 months.
   
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   To make it:
   Simmer 2 tablespoons of the Chai spices with 1-1/4 cups milk, 3/4 cup water, and 1 tablespoon sugar for 25 minutes.
   Add 1-1/2 tablespoons of Darjeeling tea and steep for 3 minutes. Strain into 2 large mugs, and serve immediately.