Powdered almonds make this chai a little bit nutty, and you can really taste the cinnamon and cardamom as well. If you don't have real saffron (it's very expensive) you can always leave that out.
Ingredients:
- 1 tsp loose tea
- 4 cardamom pods, bruised
- 1 small cinnamon stick, broken up
- Saffron threads, a pinch
- 4 cups water
- 2 tbs finely powdered almonds
- Honey, to taste
Preparation:
Mix everything except honey and almonds in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and let tea steep for 5 minutes. Put a teaspoon of almonds in the bottom of each cup, and pour hot tea over. Sweeten with honey to taste.Serves 6