Dandelion Herbal Chai

Herb Gardens
Dandelion Herbal Chai - ©2008, A. Jeanroy
Dandelion Herbal Chai.  ©2008, A. Jeanroy

This herbal chai recipe is flexible enough for a last minute gift, while resulting in a much appreciated winter drink.

Ingredients
  • 1 Part Dried Raspberry Leaf
  • 1 Part Dried Dandelion Root
  • 1 Part Dried Dandelion Leaf
  • 1/8 Part slightly crushed Cardomom
  • 1/8 Part slightly crushed Cloves
  • 1/8 Part slightly crushed Cinnamon sticks
  • 1/8 Part Dried or crystalized Ginger
  • 1/8 Part Allspice
  • 1 Vanilla Bean - or less if needed
  • 1/16 Part Whole Peppercorn
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
Preparation
Combine 1 Tablespoon of Chai mixture per cup of boiling water. Remove from heat, cover and let steep for 10 minutes. I reheat the resulting Chai mixture before continuing. Strain and sweeten. Add hot milk and serve.
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