Indian Masala Chai
As friends, we should always be supportive and encourage each others dreams although we might not always agree about the choices… I call that respect!
One of my friends Joanne from Milton, Ontario decided years ago to start a tea shop. The concept was amazing! She wasn’t only selling loose tea but also anything related to it; tea pots, tea cups, tea containers, tea bags, etc. At the cash register, she also had a wide selection of chocolates… yummy!
As a friend, I bought whatever I could because I wanted to support and encourage her in her business venture. I bought so many different varieties of loose teas; from oolong to rooibos and everything in between. One day, she had me try a popular tea from India and Pakistan. Oh my! It was incredibly amazing and I loved it! The one I’m talking about here is Indian Masala Chai! This aromatic tea is fabulously flavorful! Brewed with black tea and spices, this is a beverage that is seriously awesome! Just some quick info – masala means “mixture of spices” and chai means “tea”
When I moved to British Columbia, I went to a couple of tea shops in Vancouver and bought some but unfortunately they were not as strong and spicy as Joanne’s. One day I decided to make my own. Just from the taste of it, I kind of knew which spices were in it and since then I’ve being enjoying my own homemade masala tea whenever I feel like having some!
I love to sip my Indian Masala Chai on a cold afternoon! When it comes to the ingredient amounts, I’ve given you “the smoother” version of it. I personally prefer a much stronger flavor using more peppercorns. Like any recipe you come across, the amounts are just guidelines and you can always adjust them to your liking.
Depending on how I feel, I either make it with half water and half milk or go for a richer flavor using strictly milk. It is such a tasty Indian Masala Chai to enjoy by the fireplace with a book and your favorite music playing in the background. Take out your spice grinder and try this delicious chai!
Cheers!
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Indian Masala Chai
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Ingredients
MASALA CHAI MIX
- 2 tsp. green cardamom (substitute 1 tsp. ground)
- 1 tsp. whole cloves
- 1 large star anise
- 1 large cinnamon stick
- 1/2 tsp. whole mixed peppercorns, or more to taste Footnote #1
- 1/2 tsp. freshly grated nutmeg
MASALA CHAI LATTE
- 1 cup water (substitute milk) Footnote #2
- 1 tsp. loose black tea (substitute tea powder)
- 1 tsp. fresh chopped ginger, or more to taste
- 1/2 tsp. masala chai mix
- 1 cup milk
Directions
MASALA CHAI MIX
- In the jar of a spice grinder, add cardamom, cloves, star anise, cinnamon stick and peppercorns. Process until fine.
- Transfer to a bowl and add freshly grated nutmeg; stir well.
- Store in an airtight container.
MASALA CHAI LATTE
- In a saucepan over medium heat, add water (or milk) and bring to a boil.
- Add black tea, ginger and chai mix. Stir and boil for 3 minutes.
- Add milk and if desired, add sweetness to it. Reduce the heat to medium, stir and simmer for 2 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and steep for 2 minutes.
- Strain the mixture in a sieve over a cup pressing down with the back of a spoon; discard the solids.
Notes
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