Masala Chai

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Masala chai (tea) is a rich blend of spices. It has a great aroma and incorporates a distinct flavor of spices and tea leaves.

Ingredients: (For 3 cups of masala chai)

• 1.5 cups of water

• 1.5 cups of milk

• 1 tsp fresh grated ginger

• whole spices (masala) - 1 small cinnamon stick, 2 cardamoms, 5-6 black peppercorns, 5-6 cloves

• 2.5 tsp tea leaves (for strong tea)

• 2 tsp jaggery powder (optional)

Method:

Put water in the saucepan and add ginger, bring it to a boil. 

Crush the whole spices to a coarse powder and add to the boiling water. 

Add tea leaves and wait for a min to give it a good boil. 

Now add milk and lower the flame. Let it boil for 5-7 minutes so that all the spices give a great flavor to the tea. You may reduce the boiling time if you do not want strong tea and increase it for a stronger flavor. Switch off the flame. 

Add jaggery powder if you like sweetened tea. Mix well and strain with a tea strainer. Enjoy the hot and flavorful masala chai!