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Aromatic Citrus Chai Tea

Name: Aromatic Citrus Chai Tea
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 2 hr
Total time: 2 h 5 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: For Aromatics; 1 ea. Orange zest, save rest for juice; 1 ea. Lemon zest, save rest for juice; 3 tsp. Cinnamon stick; 1 tsp. Knob of fresh ginger; 1 tsp. Cardamom pods; 1 tsp. Whole cloves; 1 ea. Used vanilla bean, or sub 1 tsp extract; 5 cup Water; For 1 cup of tea; 2 ea. Black tea bag; 1/2 ea. Lemon juice; 1/2 ea. Orange juice; 1 tbsp. Sweetened condensed milk

Chef Nick Wisman

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This tea is totally worth it. There are an abundance of health benefits from the actual citrus peel, So let’s not discard it. The infusion of orange and lemon zest releases flavonoids which are antioxidants that are highly beneficial in combatting infection, colds, flu and much more. This simple simmering blend will create a wonderful aroma to your home, inviting you in. Enjoy it hot or cold for a healthy drink option.

Recipe

PRE TIME: 5 min

COOKING TIME: 2 hr

TOTAL TIME: 2 hr 5 min

8 SERVING

Ingredients:

For Aromatics
1 ea. Orange zest, save rest for juice
1 ea. Lemon zest, save rest for juice
3 tsp. Cinnamon stick
1 tsp. Knob of fresh ginger
1 tsp. Cardamom pods
1 tsp. Whole cloves
1 ea. Used vanilla bean, or sub 1 tsp extract
5 cup Water
For 1 cup of tea
2 ea. Black tea bag
1/2 ea. Lemon juice
1/2 ea. Orange juice
1 tbsp. Sweetened condensed milk

Directions:

Step 1

In a medium saucepan place all aromatic ingredients together. Bring to a simmer over low heat. Additionally, you can place it in a slow cook on the lowest setting. The aromatics can simmer for up to 2 hours, adding additional water as needed.

Step 2

To make aromatic chai tea, strain a cup of aromatic liquid into a mug. Squeeze as much citrus juice as desired. Steep black tea for 2 minutes and then remove. Add sweetened condensed milk.

Step 3

Enjoy!