Ashwagandha & Saffron Spiced Vegan Chai

About this meal

A warming, mood-lifting herbal chai infused with ashwagandha, saffron, and gentle spices. Specially crafted to support libido, improve mood, and align with vegan preferences, this tea blends classic Indian flavors with adaptogenic herbs prized in Ayurveda for their sexual and psychological benefits.

Ingredients

• Water — 2 cups
• Unsweetened Almond Milk — 1/2 cup
• Ashwagandha Root Powder — 1/2 teaspoon
• Ceylon Cinnamon Stick — 1 stick
• Saffron Threads — 8-10 threads
• Fresh Ginger, sliced — 1 inch piece
• Green Cardamom Pods — 3 pods, lightly crushed
• Cloves — 2 whole
• Fennel Seeds — 1/4 teaspoon
• Black Peppercorns — 2-3 whole
• Star Anise — 1 whole
• Maple Syrup — 1-2 teaspoons (to taste)

Steps

1. In a saucepan, bring water to a boil with ginger, cinnamon stick, cardamom, cloves, fennel, black pepper, and star anise.
2. Reduce to a simmer. Add ashwagandha powder and saffron threads; simmer gently for 5-7 minutes.
3. Pour in almond milk and stir well. Warm gently but do not boil.
4. Remove from heat. Stir in maple syrup to your preferred sweetness.
5. Strain the tea into cups and enjoy while warm.