Drink
Masala chai
Tea simmered with crushed ginger, cardamom and milk, the way a home kettle is made. Sweetness stays light.
10 min
0 of 3 steps done
2 servings
Heat: Mild
Approximate nutrition
A rough guide per original serving, not a lab test.
- Energy90 per serving
- Protein3g per serving
- Carbs12g per serving
- Fibre0g per serving
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