Masala Chai (Tea)
A simple Indian Masala Chai made with CTC black tea, milk, sugar, and aromatic Indian spices. This easy chai recipe makes a rich, comforting cup of authentic Chai that's perfect for everyday sipping or serving with your favorite snacks.
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 2 cup milk
- 2 teaspoons CTC black tea , such as Wagh Bakri
- 2 teaspoons sugar , or to taste
- 4 green cardamom pods
- 1 small piece cinnamon
- 2 cloves
- 2 threads of Saffron , optional
Instructions
- Add the water to a saucepan and bring it to a boil. Add the CTC tea and let it brew until the water develops a deep, rich color.
- Add the sugar to the boiling tea.
- While the tea is brewing, lightly crush the whole spices in a mortar and pestle. Crushing them just before adding them helps release their aroma.
- Add the freshly crushed spices to the boiling tea, then pour in the milk.
- Bring the chai back to a boil. Keep an eye on the saucepan at this stage because the milk can rise very quickly.
- Once the chai has reached a boil and has the color you like, strain it into cups to remove the tea leaves and spices.
- Pour the hot chai into your cups and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use a strong CTC black tea for a rich flavor.
- Freshly crushed spices add more aroma and flavor than pre-ground spices.
- Adjust the sugar and spices to suit your taste.
- Keep an eye on the saucepan after adding milk, as the tea can quickly boil over.
Nutrition Information
Calories: 99.9kcal ,Carbohydrates: 12.6g ,Protein: 4.3g ,Fat: 4.1g ,Saturated Fat: 2.3g ,Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g ,Monounsaturated Fat: 0.9g ,Cholesterol: 14.6mg ,Sodium: 53.5mg ,Potassium: 215.9mg ,Fiber: 1.6g ,Sugar: 9.9g ,Vitamin A: 203.4IU ,Vitamin C: 0.5mg ,Calcium: 180.2mg ,Iron: 0.5mg
Nutrition information is sourced from a third-party application and should be considered as approximate figures for reference purposes only.
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