A delicious blend of spices for the perfect cup of masala chai. Perfect for your home and for gift giving.
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Cook Time18 minutesmins
Servings: 2
Ingredients
1/2cupgreen cardamom pods
10cinnamon sticksbroken into small pieces
1Tbspwhole cloves
1Tbspcoriander seeds
2Tbspallspice berries
2Tbspcandied gingerchopped
2Tbspblack peppercorns
1/4cupstar anise
Chai Tea for Two
2Tbspchai tea spice blend
1 1/2cupwater
1 1/2cupmilk
2bags black tea
1-2Tbsphoney
Instructions
Use mortar and pestle or rolling pin and dish towel to crack seeds and break spices to allow them to release their flavor more easily. No need to crush them too fine.
Place in a tight sealing jar.
Store out of direct sunlight and use within 3 to 6 months.
Makes about 2 cups of mix or 30 cups (1 Tbsp/cup).
Brewing Tea for Two
In a small pot, add 1-2 Tbsp of chai tea spice blend depending on how intensely flavored and spicy you like your chai tea. Toast spices on medium heat for 1 minute until aromatic.
Add milk and water. Simmer for 15 minutes to allow flavors to infuse into milk and water.
Remove pot from heat. Add black tea bags and steep for 3 minutes or longer to suit your preference.
Remove tea bags and add honey to taste.
Pour into 2 mugs through strainer,
Enjoy!
Notes
To enjoy quick and easy chai tea all week, double or triple the brewing recipe. Once brewing is finished, pour the tea through a strainer into large mason jar with lid. Store in fridge for 4-5 days. Heat a cup as desired.