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Masala Chai (Masala Tea)

Masala tea powder recipe with step wise photos. Strong Indian masala tea or Indian masala chai recipe
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time5 mins
Total Time10 mins
Course: beverage
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 3
Calories: 79kcal
Author: Harini

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups water
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 3 teaspoons tea leaves
  • Sugar

For chai Masala

  • 3/4 teaspoon tea masala powder OR use the below mentioned whole spices
  • 2 cloves
  • 2 cardamoms
  • 1/2 inch ginger
  • 1/2 inch cinnamon stick
  • 4-6 black peppercorns

Instructions

  • If you are using whole spices to make masala tea pound them well in a mortar and pestle.
  • Bring 1 3/4 cup water to a boil. Add pounded spices or tea masala powder and bring to a boil again.
  • Add tea leaves and boil for 2-3 minutes. For a stronger cuppa boil for 3 minutes.
  • Add milk and simmer for a minute.
  • Strain, add sugar, mix well. Serve masala tea immediately with breakfast or snacks.

Nutrition

Serving: 3g | Calories: 79kcal