Jaipur Ginger Tea Recipe (Rajasthani Adrak Chai)

How to make Indian Ginger Tea?

During our visit to Jaipur, one of the most memorable food experiences wasn’t a grand meal but a simple cup of hot ginger tea. We stopped at the famous Gulab Ji Chai Wale near Sindhi Camp and enjoyed a strong, aromatic chai (Jaipur Ginger Tea) that perfectly complemented the cool morning weather.

This recipe is inspired by that experience. While every tea stall has its own secret proportions, this version recreates the bold ginger flavour, creamy texture, and comforting warmth that make North Indian chai so popular.

Recipe Information

• Preparation Time: 5 minutes
• Cooking Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 15 minutes
• Servings: 2 cups
• Cuisine: Indian
• Course: Beverage
• Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

To prepare a simple yet delicious Jaipur ginger tea, we need the following ingredients.

• Water – 1 cup
• Milk – 1 cup
• Tea Powder (CTC Tea) – 2 teaspoons
• Fresh Ginger – 1 inch piece, crushed
• Sugar – 2 to 3 teaspoons (adjust to taste)

Instructions

Step 1: Crush the ginger using a mortar and pestle or lightly crush it with the back of a knife.

Step 2: Add water to a saucepan and bring it to a gentle boil.

Step 3: Add the crushed ginger and allow it to simmer for 2 to 3 minutes so the flavour infuses into the water.

Step 4: Add tea powder and continue boiling for another minute.

Step 5: Pour in the milk and add sugar.

Step 6: Allow the tea to rise slowly and simmer for 3 to 4 minutes. Stir occasionally.

Step 7: Strain into cups and serve hot.

FoodNTravel Tips

• Use freshly crushed ginger for the best flavour.
• Do not add ginger after the milk; it releases more flavour when boiled in water first.
• For a stronger roadside-style chai, simmer the tea a little longer.
• Full-fat milk creates a richer texture similar to the tea served in many North Indian tea stalls.

Where We Discovered This Tea

This recipe was inspired by a cup of ginger tea we enjoyed during our Jaipur trip at Gulab Ji Chai Wale near Sindhi Camp. Known for serving tea to travellers and locals alike, the stall remains one of Jaipur’s most popular tea destinations.

While this Jaipur ginger tea recipe may not be their exact formula, it captures the warmth and flavour that made that cup of chai so memorable.

If you are visiting Jaipur, you can always try the authentic Jaipur Ginger Tea from the Jaipur’s iconic 1946 tea stall: Gulab Ji Chai Wale