Nankhatai (cardamom biscuits)
These cardamom-infused biscuits baked with pistachio and ghee are sold across local bakeries in Mumbai. Serve with hot masala chai for best results
Mira Manek's Ayurvedic kadha chai
Serves 2
Easy
Learn about the healing properties of this soothing, traditional Ayurvedic mixture of herbs and spices from Ayurveda health expert Mira Manek
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- 2 cloves
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 3 black peppercorns
- fresh gingergrated or chopped into pieces
- tulsi leaves (holy basil)
- 2 ½ cups water
- 2 tsp jaggery or honey
Method
step 1
Heat a saucepan, then add the cloves, cinnamon, pepper, ginger and tulsi leaves and dry-roast on a low heat for around 30 seconds. Add the water and salt, mix well and heat on a medium heat for around 10 minutes (the water will reduce down a little). Strain the mixture into a large mug or two cups, add the jaggery or honey and mix well. Enjoy while hot!