Indian Masala Chai

Name: Indian Masala Chai
Ingredients: 4 whole cloves; 2 cardamom pods; 1 cinnamon stick, broken into pieces; 3 cups water; 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1/2 cup milk; 2 tablespoons granulated sugar; 2 tablespoons black tea (decaf is best)

9 ingredients

8 steps

Ingredients

4 whole cloves
2 cardamom pods
1 cinnamon stick, broken into pieces
3 cups water
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 cup milk
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 tablespoons black tea (decaf is best)

Directions

1

In a mortar, crush the cloves, cardamom pods and cinnamon, or use a coffee grinder.
2

Transfer the crushed spices to a small saucepan, add the water, ginger and pepper and bring to a boil.
3

Remove the pan from the heat, cover and let steep for 5 minutes.
4

Add the milk and sugar to the pan and bring to a boil.
5

Remove from the heat and add the tea.
6

Cover and let steep for 3 minutes.
7

Stir the chai, then strain it into a warmed teapot or directly into teacups.
8

Enjoy!