Indian Masala Chai

Name: Indian Masala Chai
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: South Asia — Muslim traditions
Ingredients: 4 whole cloves; 2 cardamom pods; 1 cinnamon stick; 3 cup water; 0.25 tsp ground ginger; 0.125 tsp fresh ground black pepper; 0.5 cup milk; 2 tbsp granulated sugar; 2 tbsp black tea

Gently simmered black tea, perfumed with cardamom and cinnamon, a South Asian drink.

15 min · Serves 2 · Easy

Method

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Time: Prep 10 min · Cook 5 min · 15 min total
Difficulty: easy

1
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.
2
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.
5 min
3
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.
3 min