Masala Chai

Description

Masala chai is a popular beverage originating from India. It is made by adding aromatic herbs and spices to chai, which is made from brewing black tea in milk and water, and sweetening with sugar.

Ingredients

• 1 cup water
• 1 ½ teaspoons sugar
• 1 whole cardamom pod
• 1 whole clove
• 2 black peppercorns
• 3 teaspoons black tea leaves
• ½ cup warm milk

Steps

1. Combine the water and sugar in a small saucepan, and bring to a boil.
2. Add the cardamom pod, clove, peppercorns and tea leaves.
3. Remove from heat, and let the mixture steep for 2 to 3 minutes.
4. Strain into a cup, and fill cup the rest of the way with milk.
5. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!