Masala Chai Recipe

Time15m

Serves2

Warm up with our signature masala chai — a bold blend of black tea steeped with crushed cardamom pods and fresh ginger.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Spices
Crush the cardamom pods slightly using a mortar and pestle. Peel the fresh ginger and slice it into thin pieces.

2
Boil the Water
In a medium saucepan, bring the 2 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
3
Add Tea and Spices
Once the water is boiling, add the black tea leaves, crushed cardamom, sliced ginger, cinnamon stick, and cloves to the boiling water.
4
Simmer
Reduce the heat and let the mixture simmer for about 5-7 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

5
Add Milk and Sugar
Stir in the 1 cup of milk and 2 tablespoons of sugar into the brewed tea mixture. Increase the heat slightly and bring it back to a gentle boil.
6
Strain and Serve
Once it's boiling, remove from heat. Strain the masala chai into cups using a fine mesh strainer to remove the tea leaves and spices. Serve warm.