Masala Chai Indian Spiced Tea

Warm your senses with the comforting aroma and bold flavors of Masala Chai, a traditional Indian spiced tea that's equal parts soothing and invigorating. This authentic recipe combines freshly crushed ginger, green cardamom pods, cinnamon, cloves, black peppercorns, and fennel seeds to create a perfectly balanced symphony of spices. Simmered with robust black tea, creamy milk, and a touch of sugar, this aromatic drink is brimming with rich, warming notes ideal for cozy mornings or relaxing afternoons. Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this two-serving recipe delivers an authentic taste of India right to your teacup. Whether you're craving a delicious pick-me-up or a moment of comfort, this spiced tea is your go-to for pure indulgence. Perfect for tea lovers seeking to explore global flavors!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 1 inch piece fresh ginger
• 3 pieces green cardamom pods
• 1 piece cinnamon stick
• 3 pieces cloves
• 4 pieces black peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
• 2 teaspoons black tea leaves
• 1.5 cups milk
• 2 tablespoons sugar (or sweetener of choice)

Directions

Step 1

Add 2 cups of water to a medium-sized saucepan and place it over medium heat.

Step 2

Peel and lightly crush the 1-inch piece of fresh ginger using the flat side of a knife or a mortar and pestle. Add it to the water.

Step 3

Lightly crush the green cardamom pods (3 pieces), cloves (3 pieces), black peppercorns (4 pieces), and add them to the saucepan along with the 1 cinnamon stick and 1 teaspoon of fennel seeds.

Step 4

Bring the water and spice mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and allow the spices to steep for 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Add 2 teaspoons of black tea leaves to the saucepan and simmer for another 2 minutes.

Step 6

Pour in 1.5 cups of milk and increase the heat to medium. Let the mixture slowly come to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally to prevent it from boiling over.

Step 7

Add 2 tablespoons of sugar (or adjust to taste) and stir well until dissolved.

Step 8

Once the tea reaches a gentle boil, lower the heat and simmer for 1-2 more minutes to intensify the flavors.

Step 9

Remove the saucepan from heat and strain the tea through a fine-mesh strainer into cups or a teapot.

Step 10

Serve the masala chai hot and enjoy its rich, spiced flavors!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	898 grams (898.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	337

Total Fat 9.20g	12%
Saturated Fat 4.80g	24%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 33mg	11%
Sodium 178mg	8%
Total Carbohydrate 54.10g	20%
Dietary Fiber 5.20g	19%
Total Sugars 43.40g
Protein 13.40g	27%

Vitamin D 161IU	805%
Calcium 589mg	45%
Iron 2mg	9%
Potassium 750mg	16%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.5%

Protein: 15.2%

Carbs: 61.3%