Masala Chai

Ingredients

• 7 cardamom pods (slightly crushed)
• 3 pieces cinnamon stick (about 5cm each)
• 2 tsp chopped ginger
• 2 star aniseed
• 4 cloves
• 6 peppercorns
• 2 tea bags
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup full cream milk
• 1&1/2 tbsp sugar
• 10 cardamom pods
• 2 pieces cinnamon sticks (about 5cm each)
• 2 star aniseed
• 5 cloves

Instructions

1. 1

   For the tea, place all the spices, except the ginger, in a pestle and mortar and crush them slightly

2. 2

   Place the spices and the ginger in a saucepan. Add a cup of water and allow it to simmer gently on a low heat

3. 3

   Once the water heats up add the tea bags and simmer until the water changes to a dark brown

4. 4

   Add the milk and bring to a gentle boil

5. 5

   Add the sugar and mix well. Sugar can be adjusted according to your preference

6. 6

   Strain the tea into 2 cups. Froth some milk if your prefer and scoop it on top. Sprinkle about half a teaspoon of the ground masala on top and serve

7. 7

   --- Ground Masala ---

8. 8

   Roast the spices on a low heat. Allow it to cool. Place it in coffee grinder and grind to a smooth powder

9. 9

   Sprinkle this on top of the Masala tea. You can add less or more according to your preference

10. 10

    Store any remaining spice in an airtight container