Ingredients
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Approx 20 gm Cardamom (Elaichi)Mildly roast and churn the spices
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1 star Anise (Chakra Phool)
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1/2 Nutmeg (Jaiphal)
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Approx 5 gm Black Pepper (Kali Mirchi)
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10-15 Cloves (Laung)
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Approx 20 gm Cinnamon (Dalchini)
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60 gm Dry Ginger Powder (Sonth)
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1 cup WaterTo make Chai
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4 tsp Sugar (or as per taste)
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2 tsp Chai Patti
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Approx 1/2 tsp Chai Masala
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1 cup Milk
About
Chai masala powder, also known as tea masala, is a blend of aromatic spices commonly used to prepare traditional Indian masala chai, a spiced tea. This spice mix is added to black tea along with milk and sweetener to create a warming, flavorful beverage.
Steps
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Heat a pan over low heat and mildly dry roast cardamom, star anise, nutmeg, black pepper, cloves, and cinnamon separately until they release their aromas. Be cautious not to burn them. |
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Allow the roasted spices to cool down. |
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Once cooled, grind these spices in a spice grinder or mortar and pestle until you get a fine powder. |
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Transfer the powdered spices to a mixing bowl. |
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Add the dry ginger powder (Sonth) and mix it thoroughly to create your chai masala powder. |
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To Make 2 Cups of Chai, In a pan, take 1 cup of water. |
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Add 4 teaspoons of sugar and 2 teaspoons of chai patti (tea leaves). |
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Once the mixture boils, add approximately 1/2 teaspoon of the chai masala powder you prepared. Stir well. |
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Let it boil for a moment to allow the spices to infuse and release their aroma. |
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After the spice-infused water boils, add 1 cup of milk. |
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Let the mixture come to a boil while stirring occasionally. |
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Once the chai reaches your desired color and strength, strain it into cups using a fine mesh strainer. |
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Your Masaledaar Chai is ready to be served. |
