How to make Loose Leaf Tea (Indian)
Struggling to make loose leaf tea taste like your favorite Indian chai? I’ve been there! After plenty of trial and error, I figured how to make the perfect brew. Whether you're out of your usual tea or trying something new, this method guarantees a bold, flavorful chai. Ready to level up your chai game?
Servings: 2 people
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Ingredients
- 6 teaspoon loose leaf tea
- 1½ cups water
- ⅓ cup full-fat milk
- sweetener of choice
Instructions
- Bring the water to a full boil. You may use a stovetop or kettle.1½ cups water
- Meanwhile, add 6 to 7 teaspoons of loose-leaf tea in a large mug.6 teaspoon loose leaf tea
- Now, pour the boiled water over the tea leaves and immediately cover the mug. Let it steep for 6 minutes.
- Strain the tea into a teapot or saucepan, then add cold milk directly.⅓ cup full-fat milk
- Boil this for 6 to 7 minutes or until the tea reaches a deep colour. Stir in your preferred sweetener and then pour into serving cups. Enjoy!sweetener of choice
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