Tea is a great night time drink to soothe the senses and to prepare you for bed. Masala chai is one of those comfort drinks that you absolutely need to have before bed. It’s a combination of black tea, aromatic spices, and often times plant milk to create a delicious concoction. It can help with upset stomachs and even reduce blood sugar levels. Indians consume masala chai religiously and they’ve brought the gift of this humble tea to everyone in the world. If you’re looking to make your own masala chai recipe at home, follow these simple steps and reap its benefits.
Ingredients:
- large glass or glass mug
- cinnamon
- ginger
- cloves
- cardamom
- star anise
- fennel
- nutmeg (optional)
- plant milk
- spoon
- pot
- stove
- brown sugar
Instructions:
- Bring the plant milk and chai spices to a simmer in a small saucepan on the stove. Ration the spices to how spiced you want the drink to taste. For a subdued taste lessen the fennel and anise and focus more on the cinnamon.
- Add 2-3 bags of tea depending on how many people you want to serve.
- Steep the tea for 10-15 minutes and turn off the stove.
- Let the tea and spices soak in the mixture.
- Add a spoonful of sugar.
- Whisk together the drink.
- Strain it.
- Serve it in the glass.
- Sprinkle some more cinnamon on top.
