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masala chai recipe video

Masala Chai | Indian Masala Tea | Video

Classic Indian tea simmered with plenty of aromatic spices and fresh ginger
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Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Indian
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 7 minutes
Total Time: 9 minutes
Author :Nish Kitchen
Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 1 small cinnamon stick
  • 8 black peppercorns
  • 1 tablespoon whole cloves
  • 5 green cardamom pods
  • 1 inch fresh ginger
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 and ½ cups milk
  • 6 teaspoon loose black tea leaves
  • Sugar to taste

Instructions

  • Place cinnamon, peppercorns, cloves, cardamom pods and ginger in mortar and pestle. Crush lightly. Set aside.
  • Place water in a saucepan. Add dried spices and ginger. Bring to boil. Simmer 2 minutes. Add milk. Simmer 2 minutes. Add tea leaves. Simmer 2 minutes. Add sugar to taste. Strain. Serve hot.

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Notes

- More spices like fennel seeds, star anise and nutmeg can be added according to individual preferences

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 74kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 66mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g