Step 1

Take cinnamon, green cardamoms, cloves and peeled ginger in a mortar-pestle.

Step 2

Crush coarsely and set aside.

Step 3

In a sauce pan or a small pan with a handle, heat water.

Step 4

Let the water come to a boil and then add the crushed spices.

Step 5

Boil the spices along with the water for 2 to 3 minutes.

Step 6

Add sugar as per taste. I usually add 4 teaspoons of raw sugar. You can add more or less.

Step 7

Now add 2 teaspoons of assam tea powder. Boil for a minute. This boiling time depends on how strong you want your tea. If you prefer a strong intense tea, then boil for a few more minutes.

Step 8

Add milk. After adding milk boil for 2 to 3 minutes.

Step 9

If using chilled milk, then boil with tea for 2 to 3 minutes. If using hot milk, then add the milk and switch off the heat.

Step 10

Pour the tea through a tea strainer directly in the cup.

Step 11

Serve masala chai hot with some Indian snacks or cookies or biscuits.