Have I ever told you that our family took a trip to India several years ago? We had two kiddos then, and went with a group of college students we worked with. I will never forget that trip…the auto-rickshaws…the temples…the children…the many, many needs.
It feels worlds away from the view outside my window this crisp October morning. It’s hot-air balloon time here, and my morning sky is dotted with them. It’s perfect weather for a cup of chai, a cup that may remind me that on the other side of the world, another is enjoying a cup as well. Another who will ride an auto-rickshaw today, on the way to a temple, passing the street children no one remembers. Another who has great need, for which I can remember to pray today.
Homemade Chai
4 cups water
2 teabags (black tea)
6 whole cloves
8 whole cardamoms (crushed)
4 cinnamon sticks
big pinch nutmeg
big pinch of ginger
sugar to taste
milk to taste
In a medium saucepan, bring to a boil, then simmer all spices in water until water is infused (about 8 minutes.) Add two teabags into the saucepan, simmer for another minute, turn heat off, and let alone for tea to steep. Add sugar to taste (I think I add almost a cup!), and milk to taste (I think I add almost a cup here too!).
Strain, and serve hot or over ice.
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This looks so yummy I HAD to link to it from my blog. I think the last time I made my own chai was with Mica…it’s been a while!
Please allow me, Daughter, to express my love to you on this day, your 35th birthday.
Happy Bithday, my Baobei. May the Lord grand you faith and courage, may the gracious Lord Jesus Christ keep you and deliver you through this difficult time of pregancy.
Baba and Mama love you so very much. You have always been our great great joy just as we had you 35 years ago.
Can you hear my giant sigh of pleasure? What a delight! I can’t wait to make some for myself. One question on the ginger, is this powdered ginger, fresh ginger, or something else?
You are such a blessing to me!
Hugs!
Linda
Linda, I’ve made it with powdered ginger, and with a little hunk of fresh ginger. Either way is fantastic. Just remember a little slice goes a long way when using fresh.
And Happy, Happy Birthday to you!!!
I love Chai but I usually only get it when we’re out, can’t wait to try and make it at home! Thanks for sharing! x