Masala Chai

 

The Authentic Masala Chai

Did someone mention chaiiiiii? Our quick fix to boost our mind and soul. Masala chai is one of the most popular beverages among the varieties of chai. This wonderful drink is a combination of simmering spices along with milk and tea is loved by all. Mamri tea plants from Assam regions are used to make Masala Chai with different proportions of spices. Enjoy a cup of masala chai in the morning or evening with your absolute favourite fried snacks or dry snacks! In India, roadside tea stall is known as Chaiwala, serve this masala tea in a small glasses, plastic cups, small teacups or clay Kulhar. Masala Chai is the delicious preparation of tea from India that is made with a combination of spices. Among the all the chai varieties, the one infused with ginger is an all-time favourite and by adding spices like black pepper and cinnamon or cardamom makes me get into a refreshed and relaxed state of mind. Although each family has their secret recipe for making the masalas for ‘Chai’.

Enjoy your Masala Chai with – Farsi Puri, Paratha, Thepla, Gathiya, and any other Dry Snacks.

ingredients

• 2 cups Water
• 1 tablespoon Loose leaf tea, Red Label or Lipton or Assam
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon Cardamom Powder (Elaichi)
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon Powder (Dalchini)
• 1/4 cup Milk
• Sugar, to taste

Method

1.     To begin making the Masala Chai Recipe, warm milk and keep aside. 

2.     In a saucepan bring two cups of water and the ground spices and ginger to a boil. Allow it to boil for a few minutes so the water gets flavoured with the spices.

3.     Add in the tea leaves and allow the tea mixture to come to a boil and let it simmer for less than a minute till the colour of the water changes to a maroon colour. Turn off the heat, cover the pan and allow the tea to brew for a few minutes.

4.     Pour in the warm milk and give the tea a stir.

5.     Using a small strainer filter the tea to individual cups or a teapot. Stir in the sugar to taste.

6.     Serve the Masala Chai hot with some of the Tea Time Snacks

 

 

Masala Chai