Black tea simmered with milk and spices. A homestyle take on a drink from India, made with easy-to-find ingredients. Makes 2 glasses in about 18 minutes.
Homestyle Masala Chai
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Black tea simmered with milk and spices. A homestyle take on a drink from India, made with easy-to-find ingredients. Makes 2 glasses in about 18 minutes.
Prep
12 min
Cook
6 min
Flavor
Chai
Serve
Hot
Total
18 min
Yield
2 glasses
Diet
Gluten free
Ingredients
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glasses
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- 1.0 tbsp (7.0 g)black tea leaves
- 1.0 cup (260.0 ml)filtered water
- 1.0 cup (240.0 ml)pasteurized whole milk
- 2.0 tbsp (28.0 g)granulated sugar
- 3.0green cardamom pods, cracked
- 1 ½ tbsp (8.0 g)fresh ginger, thinly sliced
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Instructions
- Heat water with black tea leaves to an appropriate brewing temperature (green tea: ~175°F / 80°C; black tea: ~200°F / 93°C), and steep 2–4 minutes.
- If using whole spices, briefly simmer spices with the water before adding the tea. Whisk matcha powder instead of leaving it to steep.
- Strain loose tea; add milk and sugar and gently warm until steaming (or cool rapidly for a cold version).
- Divide into two cups and serve; do not boil green tea aggressively.
Tips
- Contains a possible caffeine source; exact caffeine per serving varies with products and extraction.
- Perishables must not sit at room temperature longer than 2 hours, or 1 hour above 90°F (32°C).
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Recipe FAQ
How long does it take to make homestyle masala chai?
Plan on 12 minutes of prep and 6 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes 2 glasses.
How should I store homestyle masala chai?
Serve immediately; dairy drinks: refrigerate at or below 40°F / 4°C if not serving.
Can I make homestyle masala chai ahead?
Best made just before serving. Serve immediately; dairy drinks: refrigerate at or below 40°F / 4°C if not serving.
Estimated · per serving
Nutrition
Per serving = 1 of 2 servings this recipe makes.
142
Calories / serving
4.4g
Fat
22.5g
Carbs
4.4g
Protein
20.4g
Sugar
Whole recipe (2 servings): ~284 cal · 9g fat · 45g carbs · 9g protein · 41g sugar
Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.
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