Masala tea or masala chai is one of the favorite drinks among Indians
especially during the monsoon and cold winters. It is believed that it
keeps the body warm and break up the blocked sinus. A large population
drink it around the year.
Masala meaning a mixture of spices, is used to make milk tea.
Total time 15 mins to serve.
Ingredients:
- 2-3 teaspoon, Black tea
- 1-2 inch piece of Ginger
- 3-4 Cardamom pods,Fennel,Cloves
- Cups Water
- Cups Milk
- Teaspoon Sugar
Methods:
- In a mortar, crush the cloves, cardamom pods and cinnamon, or use a coffee grinder.
- Transfer the crushed spices to a small saucepan, add the water, ginger and pepper and bring to a boil.
- Remove the pan from the heat, cover and let steep for 5 minutes.
- Add the milk and sugar to the pan and bring to a boil.
- Remove from the heat and add the tea.
- Cover and let steep for 3 minutes.
- Stir the chai, then strain it into a warmed teapot or directly into teacups.
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