Beverage

Masala Chai

Name: Masala Chai
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: indian
Ingredients: 240 ml water; 240 ml milk full-fat recommended; 2 tbsp black tea leaves; 2 pcs ginger fresh, grated; 4 pcs green cardamom pod lightly crushed; 2 pcs clove; 0.5 pcs cinnamon stick small; 2 tsp sugar (optional)

A traditional Indian spiced tea, perfect for a warming and aromatic beverage. This recipe combines black tea with a blend of fragrant spices and milk, offering a comforting and invigorating drink.

An original recipe by Forkin

Total time: 15 min
Serves: 2
Difficulty: Easy
Per serving: 79 kcal

VegetarianGluten-free

Allergen information: may contain milk. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.

Mise en place

Ingredients

240 mlwater
240 mlmilk, full-fat recommended
2 tbspblack tea leaves
2 pcsginger, fresh, grated
4 pcsgreen cardamom pod, lightly crushed
2 pcsclove
0.5 pcscinnamon stick, small
2 tspsugar(optional)

Equipment

saucepan · fine-mesh sieve · serving cups

The method

Step by step

1
Combine the water, grated ginger, green cardamom pods, cloves, and cinnamon stick in a small saucepan.
2
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
About 2 min
3
Reduce the heat to low and simmer the spices for 3-5 minutes, allowing their flavors to infuse the water.
About 4 min
Cook’s note: Longer simmering will result in a stronger spice flavor.
4
Add the black tea leaves and milk to the saucepan.
5
Increase the heat to medium and bring the chai to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Watch carefully to prevent the milk from boiling over.
6
Once it boils, immediately reduce the heat to low and simmer for another 2-3 minutes, or until the chai reaches your desired strength and color.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: The longer you simmer, the richer the color and flavor will be.
7
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the sugar, if using, until dissolved.
Cook’s note: Adjust sugar to your personal preference.
8
Strain the chai through a fine-mesh sieve into serving cups, discarding the solids.
9
Serve hot and enjoy your homemade masala chai.

Per serving

Nutrition

75%Score

Calories: 78.7kcal
Protein: 4.5g
Carbs: 12.7g
Fat: 1.4g
Fibre: 0.8g
Sugar: 10.5g

Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.

Keep it good

Storage

Store leftover chai in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Reheating

Gently reheat on the stovetop over low heat, stirring occasionally, until warm.