Chai masala is a daily Indian ritual prepared in every home with each family's own spice mix for centuries. Unlike Western chai lattes, this homemade tea prioritizes strong infusion and balance of spices without foam. It is a drink of hospitality and pause in the culture of the subcontinent.
Indian
Homemade spiced chai tea
Homemade chai tea spiced with Assam, cardamom, ginger and milk.
- Indian
- Starter
- Vegetarian
- Light
- Low fat
- easy
5 min
Tiempo de Preparación
4
Servings
Nutrición por ración
- Calories 75 kcal
- Protein 3 g
- Fiber 0 g
- Carbohydrates 12 g
- Fat 2 g
- Sodium 65 mg
Story behind the dish
Preparation
Homemade spiced chai tea is an Indian preparation with easy difficulty. Reserve about 17 minutes in total (5 for mise en place and preparation, 12 for cooking). Follow the 7 phases in order: each step indicates what to do, what to observe and, when applicable, the time or level of fire.
Before you start
- Have ready: 600 ml of water.
- Have ready: 300 ml of whole milk.
- Have ready: 3 bags of Assam black tea.
- Have ready: 1 cinnamon stick.
- Have ready: 6 crushed green cardamoms.
- Salt, oil and spices measured and within reach.
- Clean utensils, board and clear work surface.
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Heat water with cinnamon
Heat water with cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, ginger and pepper for 5 minutes.
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Add Assam tea and infuse for 3 minutes over medium heat.
Add Assam tea and infuse for 3 minutes over medium heat.
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Add milk and sugar; cook for 5 minutes without boiling hard…
Add milk and sugar; Cook for 5 minutes without boiling hard, stirring.
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Strain into hot mugs or multi-serving pitcher.
Strain into hot mugs or pitcher for multiple servings.
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Taste sweetness and spices; adjust ginger if you want more spice
Taste sweetness and spices; adjust ginger if you are looking for more spice.
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Serve hot in traditional tea cups or glass glasses.
Serve hot in traditional tea cups or glass glasses.
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Cold version: cool completely and serve over ice with a straw
Cold version: cool completely and serve over ice with a straw.
Chef's tips
- Test for salt and doneness before serving; the last adjustment makes the difference.
- Use fresh and seasonal ingredients: the quality of the product is noticeable in the final result.
Variations
- Version with coconut milk and without sugar.
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