Ingredients for Indian Masala Chai
- 4 whole cloves
- 6 green cardamom pods
- Cinnamon Stick
- 2 cups water
- Ground Ginger
- Fresh Ground Black Pepper
- 2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- Granulated Sugar
- Black Tea
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How to Make Indian Masala Chai
- In a mortar and pestle, crush 4 whole cloves, 6 green cardamom pods, and 1 inch cinnamon stick until fragrant. Alternatively, use a spice grinder.
- Transfer the crushed spices to a small saucepan. Add 2 cups of water, 1 inch piece of peeled and thinly sliced ginger, and 6 black peppercorns. Bring to a boil.
- Remove from heat, cover, and let the spice mixture steep for 5 minutes to infuse the flavors.
- Add 2 cups of milk (dairy or non-dairy) and 2 tablespoons of sugar (or to taste). Return to medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer. Do not boil vigorously.
- Remove from heat and add 2 teaspoons of black tea leaves (Assam or English Breakfast recommended).
- Cover and let steep for 3 minutes to allow the tea to brew.
- Stir the chai gently, then strain it through a fine-mesh sieve into a warmed teapot or individual teacups.
- Garnish with a cinnamon stick or a sprinkle of cardamom powder (optional). Enjoy your delicious, homemade Masala Chai!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
1 g
Sugar
50g
Fat
6g
Carbs
5g
