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Masala Indian spiced tea recipe

Traditional Masala Chai (Indian Spiced Tea)

A staple in Indian households and a popular choice in cafes worldwide.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine Asian, Indian
Servings 1

Nutrition

Calories: 85kcalCarbohydrates: 13gFat: 2gSugar: 12g

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 to 2 tsp black tea leaves
  • 2 to 3 whole green cardamom pods crushed
  • 1 inch piece of fresh ginger grated
  • 1 to 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 3 to 4 whole cloves
  • Sugar, syrup, or sweetener to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a saucepan, bring water to a boil.
  • Add the black tea leaves and the crushed cardamom pods.
  • Grate the fresh ginger and add it to the saucepan.
  • Break the cinnamon sticks into smaller pieces and add them to the mixture. Add the whole cloves to the saucepan.
  • Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5-7 minutes, depending on how strong you prefer your tea.
  • Add the milk to the saucepan and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Once it boils, reduce the heat and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  • Strain the tea into a cup, using a fine mesh strainer or tea infuser to catch the tea leaves and spices.
  • Sweeten the chai with sugar or your preferred sweetener.
Keyword Asian recipes, healthy recipes, homemade tea drink, non-alcoholic drinks
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