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Chai tea mix

Name: Chai tea mix
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 7 min
Total time: 17 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 12 cardamom pods, lightly crushed; 1/2 tsp dried pink peppercorns; 1/2 tsp black peppercorns; 1 tsp fennel seeds; 1/2 tsp coriander seeds; 1/2 tsp whole cloves; 4 star anise; 2 cinnamon quills, halved; 4 dried ginger slices (from spice shops); 1/2 cup (50g) loose-leaf black tea; Warm milk and honey, to serve

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A jar of heavily scented chai tea mix makes the perfect home-made gift, any time of the year.

12 cardamom pods, lightly crushed
1/2 tsp dried pink peppercorns
1/2 tsp black peppercorns
1 tsp fennel seeds
1/2 tsp coriander seeds
1/2 tsp whole cloves
4 star anise
2 cinnamon quills, halved
4 dried ginger slices (from spice shops)
1/2 cup (50g) loose-leaf black tea
Warm milk and honey, to serve

Method

1.

Toast the spices in a dry fry pan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Transfer to a bowl with the tea and stir to combine. Divide tea mixture among four 10cm squares of muslin cloth, then tie with kitchen string.
2.

To make tea for two people, place one teabag in a small teapot. Add 1 cup (250ml) boiling water and 1/2 cup (125ml) warm milk, and infuse for 2 minutes. Serve with honey to taste.

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