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indian masala chai

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Surrey South, BC
Updated on Aug 30, 2019

This incredible flavorful homemade chai recipe is perfect to enjoy at any time! You can make it as strong as you want and if you prefer a richer flavor, use more or just milk...

prep time 10 Min
cook time 5 Min
method Stove Top
yield 1 cup

Ingredients

  • MASALA CHAI MIX
  • 2 teaspoons green cardamom
  • 1 teaspoon whole cloves
  • 1 large star anise
  • 1 large cinnamon stick
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon whole mixed peppercorns, or more to taste
  • MASALA CHAI LATTE
  • 1 teaspoon loose black tea (substitute tea powder)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh chopped ginger, or more to taste
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon masala chai mix
  • 1 cup milk

How To Make indian masala chai

  • Step 1
    Mix all the ingredients in a spice grinder except nutmeg. Store in an airtight container
  • Step 2
    In a saucepan over medium heat, add water and bring to a boil. Add black tea, ginger and chai mix. Stir and boil for 3 minutes. Add milk and if desired, sweetness to it. Reduce heat to medium, stir and simmer for 2 minutes.
  • Step 3
    Remove from heat and steep for 2 minutes. Strain mixture to a sieve over a cup pressing with the back of the spoon what left in the sieve. Makes 1 cup
  • Step 4
    To view this recipe on YouTube, click on this link >>>> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9qnEdaWta94
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