Masala Chai

6 ingredients
5 steps

Ingredients

  • 5 tablespoons black tea, preferably Assam
  • 4 teaspoons sugar, or to taste
  • About 1/3 cup whole milk
  • 5 green cardamom pods, lightly crushed
  • 1 tablespoon fennel seeds
  • Pinch of black pepper

Directions

  1. 1
    Brew the tea as usual, using 1 quart hot water and allowing to steep for 3 to 5 minutes.
  2. 2
    Strain.
  3. 3
    This may be done as far in advance as you like.
  4. 4
    Reheat the tea slowly and over low heat with the remaining ingredients.
  5. 5
    When it is very hot, strain again; taste and adjust the seasoning and serve immediately.

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