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Masala Chai Recipe

Inspired by The Fountain on Delmar

Time20m

Serves2

Make Masala Chai Recipe in just 20m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Cream of Chai

Chai Concentrate, Bailey's, Demerara Simple Syrup, Wheatley Vodka.

creamy · spicy · sweet

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Ingredients

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Method

Prepare the Tea Base

Boil Water

In a saucepan, add 2 cups of water and bring to a boil over medium heat.

Add Tea Leaves

Once the water is boiling, add 2 tsp of black tea leaves to the boiling water. Allow it to simmer for about 2 minutes.

Add Spices

Incorporate Spices

Add the grated ginger, crushed cardamom pods, cinnamon stick, cloves, and black peppercorns to the boiling tea mixture. Stir well and let it simmer for another 5 minutes, allowing the spices to infuse.

Sweeten and Add Milk

Strain Tea

After 5 minutes, strain the tea into a separate pot or a teapot to remove the tea leaves and spices.

Add Sugar and Milk

Add 2 tsp of sugar and 1 cup of milk to the strained tea. Stir well and heat the mixture gently until it is hot but not boiling.

Serve

Enjoy Your Masala Chai

Pour the hot masala chai into cups and serve immediately. Enjoy with biscuits or snacks!