Masala Chai Powder

May 26, 2023May 26, 20230 14

Delicious Masala Chai Powder perfect for those cold mornings

by The Chefin Beverage

Prep

5 min

Cook

5 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Easy

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Masala Chai is a traditional Indian tea that is made with a mixture of spices and milk. The spices used in this recipe give the tea a warm and comforting flavor that is perfect for those cold winter mornings. Masala Chai is often enjoyed with a sweet pastry, such as a samosa or a jalebi. This Masala Chai Powder recipe is an easy way to make homemade Masala Chai without having to buy premade tea bags. The recipe requires a few ingredients that can easily be found in specialty stores or online.

Instructions

1.	In a pan, roast the cinnamon sticks, cloves, and cardamom pods until they release their aroma. Remove them from the heat and let them cool.
2.	Add the roasted spices into a spice grinder with the ginger powder, saunf and peppercorn. Grind the mixture to a fine powder.
3.	Store the powder in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.
4.	To make Masala Chai, add one teaspoon of the powder into a cup of boiling water with your preferred tea leaves. Let it steep for 5 minutes before straining it and enjoying your delicious Masala Chai.

PROS

This Masala Chai Powder is a convenient and easy way to make homemade Masala Chai.
The mixture of spices adds a unique flavor that is not found in store-bought chai tea.

It can be stored for a long time and used to make multiple cups of tea.

CONS

The recipe requires multiple spices that may not be easily found in your pantry.
The preparation time may be longer compared to buying premade chai tea.

Using too much of the powder can make the tea bitter and unenjoyable.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Masala Chai is known for its health benefits, such as boosting the immune system, reducing inflammation, and enhancing digestion.
The cinnamon and ginger in this recipe have been known to lower blood sugar levels and reduce the risk of heart disease.

	2 sticks cinnamon
	1 teaspoon ginger powder
	3 -4 cloves
	4 -5 cardamom pods
	1/2 teaspoon saunf ( fennel )
	1 peppercorn