Ingredients

  • 2 tspblack tea(Assam or CTC preferred)
  • 4 ozwater
  • 4 ozmilk(whole milk)
  • 2 tspsugar(to taste)
  • 2 slicefresh ginger(crushed)
  • 1 wholecinnamon stick(small)
  • 2 wholecardamom pods(crushed)
  • 2 wholecloves

🔧 Tools

saucepanstrainer

Instructions

  1. Add water and spices to a saucepan and bring to boil.
  2. Add tea leaves and simmer for 2 minutes.
  3. Add milk and sugar and bring back to boil.
  4. Reduce heat and simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Strain into a mug.
  6. Garnish with a cinnamon stick.

📜 History

Chai has been consumed in India for thousands of years. The addition of spices creates the beloved masala chai.

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