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indian masala chai

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Recipe by
Francine Lizotte
@ClubFoody
Surrey South, BC

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...

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

Ingredients For indian masala chai

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

How To Make indian masala chai

  • 1
    Mix all the ingredients in a spice grinder except nutmeg. Store in an airtight container
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 4
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