Masala Chai Tea
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  • 5 mins
  • 6 mins
  • 15 mins

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Masala Chai (Spiced Tea)

Whether enjoyed in the morning, afternoon, or evening, masala chai is a flavorful and soothing beverage that is sure to awaken your senses. Chai is a delightful and aromatic Indian beverage that combines the richness of black tea with a blend of spices. It is a popular drink that is enjoyed and has gained popularity worldwide. The addition of milk and sweetener enhances the creamy and sweet taste of masala chai, making it a comforting and satisfying drink.

Ingredients

1 long cinnamon stick (8 cm lengthwise)
2 Star Anise
6 Cardamom Pods
Ginger (30g)
4 tbsp tea leaves
2 cups water
2 cups whole fat milk
3 tbsp Jaggery/ Brown sugar (30g)

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Directions

  1. Grind cinnamon, cloves, star anise, and cardamom in a mortar and pestle until roughly crushed.
  2. Add ginger into the mixture and crush it together with the remaining spices. As ginger contains moisture, it is recommended to add it after crushing the dry spices.
  3. Start by boiling water in a saucepan. Once it’s boiling, turn down the heat and mix in the crushed ingredients. Cover the saucepan with a lid and let it simmer for 3 minutes.
  4. Next remove the saucepan from the stove and add the tea leaves. Cover the mixture and allow it to sit for 5 minutes. It is advisable to avoid boiling the tea leaves, as this can result in the release of tannin, which may lead to a bitter taste and potential discomfort such as nausea, headache, and stomachache. Hence, it is recommended to steep the tea leaves for a minimum of 5 minutes rather than boiling them for an extended duration.
  5. Strain and pour the tea concoction into a teapot. 
  6. Simultaneously, warm some milk and add sugar. Stir to dissolve the sugar completely.

Masala Chai

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