Classic Masala Chai:

Classic masala tea, also known as "chai," is a popular and flavorful beverage originating from India. It's made by brewing black tea with a blend of aromatic spices and herbs.

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 cup water

• 1 cup milk

• 2-3 teaspoons black tea leaves

• 1-2 tablespoons sugar (adjust to taste)

• 3-4 green cardamom pods

• 1 cinnamon stick

• 3-4 cloves

• Fresh ginger (optional)

• Instructions:

1. In a saucepan, bring water, milk, and spices to a simmer.

2. Add black tea leaves and sugar. Simmer for 5-7 minutes.

3. Strain the tea into cups and enjoy.

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Also other variant:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups water

• 1 cup milk

• 2-3 teaspoons black tea leaves or 2-3 tea bags

• 2-3 teaspoons sugar (adjust to taste)

• 1-2 inches of fresh ginger, grated

• 3-4 green cardamom pods, crushed

• 3-4 whole cloves

• 1-2 cinnamon sticks

• 1-2 teaspoons fennel seeds

• 1-2 teaspoons black peppercorns

Instructions:

1. Boil Water and Add Tea Leaves:

• In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.

• Add the black tea leaves or tea bags to the boiling water.

• Add the grated ginger, crushed cardamom pods, cloves, cinnamon sticks, fennel seeds, and black peppercorns to the boiling water with tea leaves.

• Allow the tea and spices to simmer for about 5-7 minutes, depending on how strong you prefer your tea. Longer simmering will intensify the flavors.

• 4.Add Milk:

• Pour in the milk and stir well. Adjust the quantity of milk based on your preference for a stronger or milder tea.

• 5.

• Add sugar to the tea and stir until it dissolves. Adjust the sweetness according to your taste.

• 6.

• Once the tea has simmered to your liking, strain it into cups or a teapot to remove the tea leaves and spices.

• 7.

• Your classic masala tea is ready to be enjoyed. You can serve it plain or with your favorite snacks.

Feel free to customize the spice blend and sweetness to suit your taste. Some people also like to add a dash of ground nutmeg or a few strands of saffron for additional flavor. Experimenting with the proportions of spices allows you to create a masala tea that suits your preferences perfectly.