Chai Masala Recipe

Authentic chai masala blend

🍳 CHAI MASALA RECIPE

Style

Cups of tea (per use)

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Chai Masala

Classic Chai Masala

For ~100 cups of chai

🌿 Ingredients (Whole spices)

Green Cardamom4 tbsp

Cinnamon Sticks2 tbsp (broken)

Dried Ginger2 tbsp

Cloves1 tbsp

Black Pepper1 tbsp

Fennel Seeds1 tbsp

👨‍🍳 Method

1. Lightly dry roast all spices (1-2 min, no color change)
2. Cool completely on plate
3. Grind to fine powder in spice grinder
4. Sieve once for smoother texture
5. Store in airtight glass jar - lasts 3-4 months
6. Use 1/8-1/4 tsp per cup of chai

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chai Masala Recipe

Perfect chai masala recipe?+

4 tbsp dry ginger, 2 tbsp cardamom, 2 tbsp cinnamon, 1 tbsp cloves, 1 tbsp pepper, 1 tsp nutmeg. Grind fine, store airtight 6 months. Use 1/4 tsp per cup.

Adrak (ginger) chai or masala chai?+

Adrak chai: fresh ginger crushed (winter favorite, throat soothing). Masala chai: dry powder blend (more aromatic). Both can combine - best of both!

Why is my chai bitter?+

Tea boiled too long! Boil water + spices first 3-4 min, add tea leaves, simmer 2-3 min only, then add milk. Total 8-10 min max.

Chai water:milk ratio?+

Indian style: 1:1 (cup water + cup milk per serving). Stronger: 1:0.5. Lighter: 1:1.5. Add tea leaves 1 tsp/cup. Sugar 1-2 tsp to taste.

Best tea leaves for chai?+

Assam CTC (strong, good for milk tea) or Darjeeling (lighter). Famous brands: Tata Tea Gold, Society, Wagh Bakri, Brooke Bond Red Label.

How to make iced chai?+

Make strong chai (less water, more tea). Cool. Pour over ice. Add cold milk + sweetener. Garnish cinnamon/cardamom. Refreshing summer drink.

Cardamom-only chai (elaichi)?+

Lightest, most fragrant. 1 tsp tea + 1 cup water + 1 cup milk + 3 cardamom pods (crushed) + 1 tsp sugar. Simmer 5 min. Pure cardamom magic.

Stomach issues from chai?+

Too much caffeine, sugar, or milk. Try: ginger only chai (no tea), cardamom water, less milk, herbal teas. Tulsi/lemongrass good alternatives.