Homemade Chai Rooibos Concentrate(Madagascar)

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 1
Delicious Homemade Chai Rooibos Concentrate (Madagascar)
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Prep

5 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

6 cinnamon sticks
15 cloves
15 allspice berries
5 cardamom pods
15 black peppercorns
1/4 teaspoon dried ginger ( more to make it spicy . You can also use fresh ginger . For a spicy version , cut 1 inch of plump ginge )
6 tablespoons of rooibos tea leaves
6 cups water
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract ( from Madagascar )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
15
Sugar
0g
Fat
0g
This Homemade Chai Rooibos Concentrate (Madagascar) is a flavorful and aromatic beverage that will warm up your senses. With its combination of spices and rooibos tea leaves, this concentrate offers a unique and delicious flavor that is perfect for any occasion. Rooibos tea is a popular beverage in South Africa and has been enjoyed for centuries for its health benefits and sweet taste. This chai rooibos concentrate takes this traditional South African tea to new heights with the addition of warming spices such as cinnamon, cardamom and ginger. This recipe is perfect for those who want to try something new and taste the flavors of Madagascar. It can also be used as a base for other beverages such as chai lattes, smoothies, or even cocktails.

Instructions

1.In a large saucepan, combine the cinnamon sticks, cloves, allspice berries, cardamom pods, black peppercorns, dried ginger or fresh ginger and rooibos tea leaves.
2.Add water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
3.Reduce heat and let simmer for 30-40 minutes until the liquid has reduced to half.
4.Remove from heat and let it cool.
5.Strain the mixture into a large bowl using a fine mesh sieve. Press down firmly on the solids to extract all the liquid.
6.Add the vanilla extract and stir to combine.
7.Pour into a jar and store in the fridge for up to two weeks.

PROS

This Homemade Chai Rooibos Concentrate (Madagascar) is easy to make and perfect for those who love traditional chai flavors with a twist.

It can be enjoyed hot or cold and the recipe can be adjusted to make it spicier or milder depending on your preference.

Rooibos tea leaves provide a sweet and slightly nutty flavor which goes perfectly with the spices used.

CONS

If you are not a fan of spicy or aromatic foods, this concentrate may not be for you.

Some people may find the recipe too spicy for their taste or find the spices overwhelming.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Rooibos tea leaves have been linked to numerous health benefits including improved digestion, immune system boost, and a reduction in inflammation.
The spices used in the recipe, such as cinnamon and ginger, have been known to aid in digestion, reduce inflammation, and boost overall health.

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