Spicy Chai Tea Latte with Fresh Almond Miik
This deliciousness is a must have, especially in the Spring and Winter. Its pungency will help with digestion, and the almond milk balances the herbs so that it’s soothing and not irritating to the gut. Spicy chai is excellent for weak or sluggish digestion, cramps, congested lungs, or slow circulation. It destroys toxins and invigorates the blood, which is essential for optimal health. You’ll feel the vitality flowing through you! The fresh almond milk is a game changer-I’ll leave the recipe below. Don’t even waste your time with the boxed!
This recipe is adapted from @divyaskitchennyc in her new cookbook What you eat for how you feel.
Herbal Chai Tea Latte
1. Boil 4 cups water in pot
2. Grate 1-2 inches of fresh ginger and add to boiling water (I use 2 inches because I LOVE ginger)
2. Add one cinnamon stick (Ceylon is my fav)
3. Take 4-6 green cardamom pods and crush them so they slightly break open. Add them to the boiling water
4. Add 15 whole black peppercorns
5. Use 4-6 whole cloves
6. Optional: Add 1 star anise. Flavor wise, I can’t tell the difference with or without the star anise, but it has incredible digestive properties, so I opt in when I have it. 7. Turn heat down and simmer for 30-40 minutes (the longer you simmer, the more pungent, which I like).
8. Add 1 cup fresh almond milk to the pot. Strain and then add raw honey to taste
It is so delicious and satiating. A perfect light breakfast or afternoon treat!
Almond Milk
1. Soak 1 cup raw organic almonds in filtered water overnight in fridge
2. Pop the skins off the almonds (they’ll glide right off and this will make your milk really smooth)
3. Add almonds to blender with 3 cups spring water. Blend until smooth.
4. Strain with a cheese cloth, nut bag, or mesh strainer. Store in a glass jar in fridge for 3-4 days
You can also add a pinch of salt, 1/4 tsp vanilla, or a date before blending. I usually keep it plain so I can use it for a variety of things. For example, I add honey in the chai. I blend it with a date and warm it for a cozy dessert. I’ll add cacao and maple syrup for hot chocolate. I like it plain in hot cereals. Endless options.
Enjoy! My chai is literally brewing as we speak.
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