Kadak Chai | Strong Indian Tea
 
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Kadak Chai is a stronger version of the traditional Indian tea and is as bold as it sounds. Made by adding additional loose leaf tea and boiling it longer than usual, it's a popular choice after a busy weekday or when you need a quick boost of caffeine.
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Recipe type: Drinks
Cuisine: Indian
Serves: 2 cups
Ingredients
  • 2 cups of water
  • ½ cup of milk
  • 2 teaspoon loose leaf black tea (I use Tea India's Mamri tea)
  • 2-3 cardamom freshly pounded or crushed
  • 2 teaspoon sugar per cup; adjust to taste
Method
  1. Pour water in sauce pan. Place on high heat and add crushed cardamom. Boil for 3-4 mins on high heat.
  2. Once it starts bubbling add the loose leaf tea. Let tea boil on medium heat for 4-5 mins, ensuring the tea doesn't overflow.
  3. Add milk and boil again on medium heat for 3-4 minutes. Switch off the heat and strain the tea with a strainer. Mix in desired amount of sugar and enjoy!
Recipe by Love Laugh Mirch at https://lovelaughmirch.com/kadak-chai-strong-indian-tea/