Kulhad Chai | Traditional Indian Clay Cup Milk Tea
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Kulhad Chai is a beloved Indian street-style tea traditionally served in small, unglazed clay cups called kulhads. This comforting beverage is prepared with strong black tea, milk, sugar, and warming spices, creating a rich aroma and a smooth, satisfying flavor. The traditional clay cup adds a rustic charm and enhances the experience of enjoying freshly brewed chai.
The tea is simmered with ginger, cardamom, and other optional spices to develop a deep, aromatic flavor. Milk is then added and gently boiled with the tea until the mixture becomes creamy and full-bodied. For an authentic serving experience, the hot tea is poured into clean, food-safe clay kulhads, where it can develop a distinctive earthy aroma.
Perfect for breakfast, rainy afternoons, or evening gatherings, Kulhad Chai brings the warmth and charm of Indian tea-stall culture into your home. Serve it piping hot with biscuits, pakoras, samosas, or other favorite snacks.
Cooking Method
- Pour the water into a saucepan and bring it to a boil.
- Add the crushed ginger and cardamom pods.
- Simmer for 2 minutes to release their aroma.
- Add the black tea leaves and boil for another 2 minutes.
- Pour in the milk and add the sugar.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally.
- Simmer for 3–4 minutes until the tea becomes rich and aromatic.
- Strain the tea into clean, heat-safe clay kulhads.
- Serve immediately while hot.
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