Masala tea at home

Masala tea is a warming drink made from black tea and aromatic spices. There are many interpretations of the aromatic drink; every country and even family has its own favorite version of tea. The traditional ingredients for masala chai are black tea, milk, granulated sugar, cardamom and ginger. The selection contains popular options for this wonderful drink. Each option is good in its own way.

Masala tea with milk

Masala tea with milk has a warming and thirst-quenching effect. Black tea with milk and spices will bring unforgettable pleasure and add a cozy atmosphere to a friendly tea party. A fragrant drink with a hint of ginger will envelop you in its warmth. Especially in the cold season, spicy tea conveys an unforgettable mood.

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   Masala spices – cinnamon, cloves, black peppercorns, green cardamom, ginger powder, black cardamom.
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   You can purchase a ready-made set of spices or grind them yourself.
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   When the spices are ground, you can start preparing a mind-blowing drink.
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   In addition to the fact that the masala spices include dry ginger powder, you will need fresh root.
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   Milk can be used in different fat contents.
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   Pour water into a saucepan and bring to a boil. Grate ginger root into boiling water.
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   Next, add black granulated tea and a set of masala spices. Boil, reduce heat and cook the drink for 5-7 minutes.
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   Pour milk into the prepared broth and boil for 3-5 minutes.
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   Sugar and boil for another 1 minute.
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    Prepare a container and sieve.
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    Strain the drink.
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    Pour into mugs.
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    Invite your friends for tea. Enjoy!

Masala tea without milk at home

Anyone can make masala tea without milk at home. The drink came to us from India, but as such there is no standard. Depending on countries and regions, the range of spices may vary. Tea is prepared from black or green varieties. Each variation has its own unsurpassed taste and aroma.

Cooking time - 30 min.

Cooking time - 5 minutes.

Portions – 1

Ingredients:

• Ginger – 1.5 cm.
• Ground cinnamon – ¼ tsp.
• Cloves – 1 pc.
• Anise – 3-5 pcs.
• Ground cardamom - a pinch.
• Black tea/green – 1 tsp.
• Water – 1.5 cups.

Cooking process:

Step 1. Gather the necessary spices. In my case, it's ginger root, ground cinnamon, clove bud, anise and ground cardamom.

Step 2. Add spices to a teapot or mug with holes. Pour in the tea. Black or green, whichever you prefer. Pre-scald the container with boiling water.

Step 3. Pour boiling water.

Step 4. Close the lid and let it brew. The longer the tea steeps, the richer the taste will be. The process usually takes from 15 to 30 minutes.

Step 5. Strain the fragrant drink and pour into a mug. Sit back comfortably and enjoy an extraordinary drink. Sweeten the tea as desired. Enjoy!

How to make ginger masala tea

How to make ginger masala tea is a question that has many solutions. Every housewife who loves a warm drink has her own ideal recipe. Today I will share my favorite, which won my heart the first time. This magical drink will please every gourmet; it will warm you up and immerse you in a fabulous atmosphere.

Cooking time - 20 minutes.

Cooking time - 5 minutes.

Portions – 2

Ingredients:

• Ginger – 30 gr.
• Grated nutmeg – 2 gr.
• Cane sugar – 8 tsp.
• Cream 10% – 450 ml.
• Orange zest – 1 tsp.
• Ground cinnamon – 1 tsp.
• Black loose leaf tea – 4 tsp.
• Boiling water – 500 ml.

Cooking process:

Step 1. For the drink, I use black loose leaf tea.

Step 2. Measure out 500 milliliters of water. Boil the water.

Step 3. Pour boiling water over the thermos. Pour tea into it and pour boiling water. Screw on the lid and let it brew.

Step 4. Measure out 450 milliliters of cream.

Step 5: Measure out the spices.

Step 6. Pour the cream into a saucepan, add ground cinnamon, orange zest and cane sugar. Place on the burner and boil. Boil for 5 minutes.

Step 7. Remove the ginger root from the skin and grate it.

Step 8. Add ginger to the spiced cream. Boil for another 5 minutes.

Step 9: Grate the nutmeg.

Step 10. Strain the brewed tea and chopped nutmeg into the creamy mixture.

Step 11: Boil and turn off the burner. Leave to infuse for 5 minutes.

Step 12: Strain again.

Step 13. Pour the fragrant tea into mugs and treat your family and friends. Enjoy your tea!

Masala tea with coconut milk

Masala tea with coconut milk is an amazing drink that is sure to be highly appreciated by tea lovers.The spicy drink complements and softens coconut milk. It is recommended to take milk with high fat content. Magic tea turns out incredibly tasty and aromatic. Coconut lovers will be delighted and will receive unforgettable emotions.

Cooking time - 20 minutes.

Cooking time - 5 minutes.

Portions – 1

Ingredients:

• Ginger – 0.5 tsp.
• Cloves – 2-3 pcs.
• Coconut sugar – 1 tbsp.
• Coconut milk – 150 ml.
• Ground cinnamon – 0.5 tsp.
• Black/green tea – 1 tbsp.
• Water – 200 ml.

Cooking process:

Step 1: Gather your ingredients. For me, this is the perfect set of spices and in an amount that completely satisfies my taste. You look according to your preferences.

Step 2. Pour water into the bowl and add spices - cinnamon, ground ginger and cloves. If the cloves are in buds and the cinnamon is in a stick, first grind the spices. Place the container on the burner and boil.

Step 3. Remove from the burner and pour in tea - black or green, loose leaf or granulated, your choice. Leave to brew for 5 minutes.

Step 4. In a separate bowl, add coconut sugar and coconut milk. Boil it.

Step 5. Strain the infused tea into a serving cup or mug. I have a special atmospheric glass with a lid.

Step 6. Pour warmed sweet coconut milk. Combine ingredients.

Step 7: Sit down and enjoy or invite friends over for a perfect drink. Enjoy your tea!

Masala tea with honey

Masala tea with honey is incredibly quick to prepare. An invigorating drink lifts your spirits and provides you with a surge of energy for the whole day. Fragrant tea is not for everyone; the abundance of spices may not appeal to everyone. But the quantity varies according to the requirements and wishes. Try it and maybe this option will become your favorite!

Cooking time - 15 minutes.

Cooking time - 15 minutes.

Portions – 3

Ingredients:

• Ginger root – 10 gr.
• Cloves – 3 pcs.
• Liquid honey - to taste.
• Anise – 3 stars.
• Ground cinnamon – 2 pinches.
• Large-leaf black tea – 3 tsp.
• Milk – 1 l.
• Cardamom – 1 pinch.
• Ground nutmeg – 1 pinch.
• Allspice peas – ¼ tsp.

Cooking process:

Step 1: Gather the required ingredients.

Step 2: Measure out 3 teaspoons of loose leaf black tea and pour cold water over it until the leaves open.

Step 3. Pour water over the pan, pour in milk, add open tea leaves and honey. Boil the contents.

Step 4. Alternately add cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, nutmeg, allspice, anise and peeled and chopped ginger root. You can purchase a ready-made set of spices or grind them yourself.

Step 5. Boil, reduce heat and cook the drink for 5-7 minutes. Turn off the burner and leave covered for 5 minutes. Strain the drink. Pour into mugs. Invite your friends for tea. Enjoy!

Masala tea with orange

Masala tea with orange will be appreciated by lovers of citrus fruits. Traditionally, masala tea is prepared with milk, using black or green tea and all kinds of spices. Today I offer another option for an invigorating drink. Having tasted a cup of this tea, you will be filled with a magical mood and surrounded by a cozy atmosphere.

Cooking time - 10 min.

Cooking time - 5 minutes.

Portions – 4

Ingredients:

• Ground ginger – 0.5 tsp.
• Cloves – 4 buds.
• Liquid honey/sugar – to taste.
• Orange – 2 pcs.
• Cinnamon – 2 sticks.
• Black tea/green – 2 tbsp.
• Water – 1 l.
• Ground cardamom – 0.5 tsp.
• Ground black pepper – 1 pinch.

Cooking process:

Step 1: Gather your ingredients.Wash and dry the juicy orange fruits.

Step 2. Crush the cloves with a mortar to release all the aromas. You can purchase a ready-made set of spices or grind them yourself. When the spices are ground, you can start preparing a mind-blowing drink.

Step 3. Divide the citruses into circles or slices.

Step 4. Fill the container with water and boil. Place half of the orange slices, spices and tea leaves into boiling water. After boiling again, boil, five minutes will be enough. Tea can be used black or green, leaf or granulated - as you wish.

Step 5. Fill beautiful mugs with aromatic tea, sweeten with sugar or honey and add a fresh orange circle to each mug for rich taste and decoration. I use liquid honey for sweetness.

Step 6: Invite your friends over to warm up and enjoy a drink. A great option to cheer up on a cold winter evening or use to prevent colds. Enjoy!