- Tandoori Chai is prepared by first boiling tea leaves, spices (like cardamom, cloves, and fennel seeds), and sugar in a pot of water. Then, the prepared tea is poured into a pre-heated kulhad (clay cup) or any earthen pot, This unique twist gives this that traditional Tandoori Chai flavor! This amazing creation comes from the streets of India and is famous for its smoky, earthy flavors. It is a great beverage to make on rainy or cold days when craving something warm and soothing. So Let’s go ahead and replicate this magical experience at home through a simple diyas but yet tasty as street chai .