Jaggery Tea

Warm your soul with a steaming cup of Jaggery Tea, a traditional Indian beverage that's as comforting as it is aromatic. This flavorful spiced tea is crafted with black tea leaves, fresh ginger, and a fragrant blend of cardamom and cloves, creating a symphony of warming spices in every sip. Sweetened naturally with jaggery—a rich, unrefined sugar packed with a unique, caramel-like taste—and balanced with creamy milk, it’s the perfect pick-me-up on chilly mornings or rainy afternoons. Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe is ideal for anyone seeking a healthier alternative to sugar-laden drinks, while still indulging in robust, earthy flavors. Serve it piping hot for a cozy tea-time experience that celebrates time-honored traditions. Keywords: Jaggery Tea, spiced tea, traditional Indian beverage, healthy alternative, comforting drink.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 cups Water
• 2 teaspoons Black Tea Leaves
• 3 tablespoons Jaggery
• 1 inch piece Fresh Ginger
• 2 Cardamom Pods
• 2 Cloves
• 1 cup Milk

Directions

Step 1

Start by crushing the cardamom pods and cloves lightly to release their aroma and flavors.

Step 2

Peel the ginger and slice it into thin pieces.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil.

Step 4

Once boiling, add the crushed cardamom, cloves, and sliced ginger to the water. Let them simmer for about 2 minutes to infuse the water with their flavors.

Step 5

Add the black tea leaves to the spiced water and allow it to brew on low heat for about 3 minutes.

Step 6

While the tea is brewing, gradually add the jaggery, stirring until it completely dissolves.

Step 7

Pour in the milk and increase the heat to bring the mixture back to a gentle boil.

Step 8

Reduce the heat and let the tea simmer for another 2 minutes to ensure all the flavors are well combined.

Step 9

Strain the tea into tea cups using a fine mesh sieve to remove the spices and tea leaves.

Step 10

Serve the jaggery tea hot and enjoy its warm, comforting flavors.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	781.6 grams (781.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	300

Total Fat 6.00g	8%
Saturated Fat 3.20g	16%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 22mg	7%
Sodium 142mg	6%
Total Carbohydrate 55.50g	20%
Dietary Fiber 2.80g	10%
Total Sugars 48.30g
Protein 9.00g	18%

Vitamin D 107IU	537%
Calcium 451mg	35%
Iron 3mg	18%
Potassium 697mg	15%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 17.3%

Protein: 11.5%

Carbs: 71.2%