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Is there nothing quite like a warm cup of masala chai on a cold day? This spicy, sweet tea is the perfect drink to cozy up with. But how do you make masala chai? It’s pretty easy!
This article will show you two simple ways to make this delicious tea. So whether you’re an experienced chai lover or just starting, you’ll be able to make your perfect cup of masala chai in no time.
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What is Masala Chai?
Masala chai is a tea made with spices. The spices can vary depending on the recipe but typically include cardamom, cinnamon, ginger, and black pepper. The tea can be brewed with milk and sugar, resulting in a creamy and sweet beverage.
Masala chai is enjoyed in many countries worldwide and is often served as a warm drink on cold days.
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How to Make this Chai two Ways
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It is straightforward; you will infuse your black tea with spices, add sugar, and let it steep.
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By the way, I heat my water at a higher temperature than advised on the package, but if you serve Afghan tea at any temperature slightly below boiling, they will complain. 🙂
Serve with some Afghan Creme Rolls or qatlama.
Printable How to Make Masala Chai Recipe
As always, we make this recipe easy to print and replicate. I suggest you watch the video if you have any questions. Also, leave a comment. I always respond.
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How to Make Masala Chai – Two Ways
Description
This is how to make Masala Chai.
Ingredients
High-Quality Black Tea
Jaggery or Sugar to Taste
Fresh Ginger
Cinnamon Stick
Cloves
Grated Nutmeg
Cardamom Pods
Black Peppercorns
Instructions
1. Heat your black tea in your kettle (or however you do it)
2. Put your spices in your diffuser; if you don’t have one, use a cheesecloth to wrap all the spices in and drop in your tea as it steeps.
3. Next, I highly recommend using jaggery. You can use regular sugar, but it just isn’t the same.
4. Let your chai steep to your desire. Longer steep, more robust flavor. And adjust the sugar to your liking.
Notes
Serve with some Afghan Creme Rolls.
Hello mirriam,
i just tried making masala chai using your recipe and it turned out amazing! The combination of spices and tea leaves was perfect and the instructions were easy to follow.
I especially loved the tip about heating the water at a higher temperature than advised on the package. I’ll definitely be making this again and serving it with some Afghan Creme Rolls or qatlama.
Thanks for sharing this delicious recipe!
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