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Indian Masala Chai in a traditional cup

Indian Masala Chai

A warm and aromatic Indian Masala Chai made with strong black tea, whole milk, cardamom, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, black pepper, and sugar. This easy homemade chai is creamy, fragrant, and full of comforting spice.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 teaspoons strong black tea
  • 4 green cardamom pods
  • 1 small cinnamon stick
  • 2 cloves
  • 1 small piece fresh ginger
  • 2-3 black peppercorns
  • 2-3 teaspoons sugar or to taste

Method
 

  1. Lightly crush the cardamom pods, black peppercorns, and ginger to release their flavors.
  2. Add the water, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, and black pepper to a saucepan.
  3. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then simmer for 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add the black tea and simmer for another 1-2 minutes.
  5. Pour in the milk and add the sugar. Simmer gently until the chai becomes hot and fragrant.
  6. Strain the Masala Chai into cups and serve warm.