Masala Chai

Ingredients

• Clove 8 pieces
• Cardamom 1 tablespoon
• Cinnamon 1 piece
• Grated Ginger Root 1 tablespoon
• Ground fennel seeds 1 tablespoon
• Black tea 6 teaspoons
• Milk 1¼ l
• Water 1½ l
• Sugar 5 oz

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1

Break the cinnamon stick into large pieces.

Step 2

Roughly chop the clove.

Step 3

Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan.

Step 4

Add the spices and simmer for 2 minutes over medium heat.

Step 5

Add the tea leaves and simmer for another minute.

Step 6

Then reduce the heat to low and simmer for another 5 minutes.

Step 7

Pour in the milk and bring it to a boil.

Step 8

Increase the heat, then reduce it back to low and simmer for 2 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the saucepan from the heat, add the sugar, and stir.

Step 10

Strain the tea through a fine sieve into a cup.

Step 11

Serve.