Step 1

Pour water to a pot and add the tea. Bring this to a boil.

Step 2

Meanwhile crush cloves, cardamom & cinnamon stick in a hand pestle or spice blender to a powder.

Step 3

Add it to boiling water along with crushed ginger.

Step 4

Boil for about 2 to 3 minutes on a low to medium flame.

Step 5

When the flavors are infused well pour milk and bring it to a boil.

Step 6

Then simmer until the tea darkens & turns thick for about 5 mins. I usually simmer the entire tea until it reduces approximately to 1 ¾ cups.

Step 7

The flavor of milk should vanish when the masala tea is ready. Filter to serving cups.

Step 8

Serve masala chai hot or warm with any breakfast, snack or biscuits.

Step 9

Clean all the spices and add to a blender jar. Powder finely.

Step 10

Store it in an airtight glass jar.

Step 11

Use about ½ tsp or more to make 2 servings of tea. For stronger tea you can use about ¾ tsp.