Chai is an Indian spiced-tea beverage that is enjoyed both hot and iced. Dried orange rind and ginger add even more flavour. Present this mix with a pretty teacup and the recipe for Chai Tea for Four (see below).
- Portion size 500 servings
- Credits : Canadian Living Magazine: January 2003
Ingredients
Method
Slice ginger into 1/8-inch (3 mm) thick slices; arrange on rack. Using vegetable peeler, peel orange rind (avoiding white pith); add to rack. Let dry at room temperature until brittle, about 24 hours.
In bowl, break rind and cinnamon sticks into 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces; add ginger, tea leaves, cardamom pods and cloves. Mix well; spoon into decorative airtight bag or jar. (Make-ahead: Store for up to 2 months.)
Nutritional facts <b>Per serving:</b> about
- Sodium 68 mg
- Protein 4 g
- Calories 63.0
- Total fat 2 g
- Cholesterol 9 mg
- Saturated fat 2 g
- Total carbohydrate 7 g
%RDI
- Iron 1.0
- Folate 8.0
- Calcium 13.0
- Vitamin A 6.0
- Vitamin C 2.0
