MASALA CHAI / MASALA TEA

Masala chai, literally "mixed-spice tea" is a flavoured tea beverage made by brewing black tea with a mixture of aromatic Indian spices and herbs. The simplest traditional method of preparing masala chai is through decoction, by actively simmering or boiling a mixture of milk and water with loose-leaf tea, sweeteners, and whole spices. 

The solid tea and spice residues are strained off from masala chai before serving.

The method may vary according to taste or local custom; for example, some households may combine all of the ingredients together at the start, bring the mixture to a boil, then immediately strain and serve; others may leave the mixture simmering for a longer time, or begin by bringing the tea leaves to a boil and only add the spices toward the end (or vice versa).

Servings: 2  Category: Drinks  Cuisine: Indian

Total Time: 15 mins Prep Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients : 

• 4 whole cloves 
• 3 Green cardamom Pods 
• 1 Cinnamon Stick 
• 6 Black Peppercorns 
• 1 inch Ginger 
• 1 Cup Water 
• 1 Cup Milk 
• 2 Tablespoon Black Tea 
• Sugar to taste 

 To make Masala chai / Masala Tea at home follow the detailed step by step recipe with photos posted below

Step By Step Picture Instructions : 

1. In a mortar, crush the cloves, cardamom pods, black peppercorns  and cinnamon, and keep aside 
   
   
   
   
   
   
2. Crush ginger and keep aside 
   
3. In a small saucepan, add water and black tea powder and bring to boil 
   
4. Add crushed spices and ginger and bring to a boil for 3 minutes 

5. Add milk and boil for 3-5 minutes on medium flame 

6. Remove the pan from the heat and strain it into a vessel 

7. Add sugar and mix well 
8. Serve hot