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Cup of authentic masala tea with spices on a wooden table.

Authentic Masala Tea

Authentic Masala Tea is a traditional Indian beverage made with a blend of spices and tea, perfect for warming your heart and soul.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beverage, Snack
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 100
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the tea
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup milk You can use almond or soy milk for a unique taste.
  • 2 tablespoons black tea leaves Loose-leaf tea is recommended for richer flavor.
  • 2-3 tablespoons sugar Adjust to taste or substitute with honey or agave syrup.
  • 1-2 pieces green cardamom pods Adjust spice levels according to your taste.
  • 1-2 pieces cloves Use fresh spices for best flavor.
  • 1 small piece ginger Can be sliced or grated.
  • 1 stick cinnamon

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a pot, combine water, cardamom, cloves, ginger, and cinnamon; bring to a boil.
Brewing
  1. Add black tea leaves and simmer for about 5 minutes.
  2. Add milk and sugar, and bring to a boil again.
Serving
  1. Strain the tea into cups and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 10mgSugar: 15g

Notes

Serve hot in your favorite cup, optionally sprinkle with cinnamon or nutmeg. Leftover tea can be refrigerated for up to two days. Reheat before serving.

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