Description
Indulge in the comforting aroma of Smoky Masala Chai, a delightful blend of smoky black tea and aromatic spices that warms both the heart and soul. Perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings, this cozy beverage combines the robust flavors of black tea with a medley of spices like cardamom, cloves, and cinnamon, finished off with creamy milk and a touch of sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups water
- 2 tsp loose-leaf smoky black tea or 2 tea bags (like Lapsang Souchong)
- 4–5 black peppercorns
- 3 whole cloves
- 3 green cardamom pods
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1–2 tablespoons brown sugar (to taste)
Instructions
- In a small pot, boil 2 cups of water. Add black peppercorns, cloves, cardamom pods, and cinnamon stick. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Add the smoky black tea and steep for another 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in milk and brown sugar; simmer on low heat for an additional 3-4 minutes.
- Strain into mugs to serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg