{"id":709,"date":"2015-08-26T18:30:43","date_gmt":"2015-08-26T13:00:43","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.tangylife.com\/?p=709"},"modified":"2020-05-26T19:00:34","modified_gmt":"2020-05-26T13:30:34","slug":"indian-masala-tea-chai","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tangylife.com\/blog\/indian-masala-tea-chai\/","title":{"rendered":"Indian Masala Tea | Recipe for Masala Chai"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Indian Masala tea with spices and herbs<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Indian Masala Tea is an authentic spicy milky drink made from tea leaves and a combination of Indian flavours. This masala tea also known as “masala chai” in India, and is a very popular drink, especially enjoyed during rain or cold weather. It is perfect for winters, when we want to keep our bodies warm, and the spices used in it helps in fighting diseases like sinus, cough \/ cold and even throat infection. Personally, I use a touch extra of basil and black pepper when facing the cold. Sipping a hot cup of Masala Tea makes it way better.<\/p>\n

Let’s now understand the concepts<\/strong>
\nMasala <\/em>means a mixture of spices, and in our Indian masala tea, the best method to use these spices is to give them a boil along with milk and water. In India, the masala chai varies from home to home. Masala Chai<\/strong> is locally customized based on personal preference of the various spices and considering the associated health benefits. Try adding lemon grass as well, since helps in detoxifying the body.
\nEven Mint is a great natural coolant that can be added as well.<\/p>\n

To make Indian Masala tea you can use the spices of your choice but there are two methods – One is to focus on one key spice like ginger or cardamom, or use small quantity of several ingredients. Fresh ginger, Basil leaves, tea powder, and Crushed spices are simmered in water to infuse the flavours.<\/p>\n

For the lactose intolerant or lovers of the infamous black tea, the spices work just the same. However, you might want to add just a hint of Lemon juice to counter the spice flavor.<\/p>\n

Next time you get that cough or flu just follow the simple method of making this herbal drink and you will love the way you\u2019ll recover.<\/p>\n\n\n
Tip:<\/strong> You can make the Masala tea with any two ingredients like basil and ginger or ginger and black pepper.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n\n\n
Tip: <\/strong> If using all spices then take small quantity of all ingredients.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n

Ingredients for Indian Masala Tea<\/h2>\n

Note:<\/strong> All measurements are as per cup \u2013 multiply for the number of cups or medium-sized mugs you are making.<\/p>\n