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Masala chai ☕️

What comes into your mind when you hear this? Masala Chai?
For me Chai itself gives that Indian feel, especially when foreign chefs use the term Chai latte, oh, the patriotism is evoked and goosebumps of the pride of Indian Chai.

This chai is my favourite combination. The ingredients can strike a scepticism in your mind, but trust me, It is just wow!
A rainy day or a cold whether or simply boring mood when you have some savoury snacks to munch on this chai is the best companion. 

This is my go to drink with my Indian breakfasts and as an evening snack time drink. Try this out, you won't be let down for sure.
Ingredients (for one serving):

Chai patta or Tea leaves - 1 tsp , chai powder will also do
Ginger freshly grated (preferably) or ginger powder - 1/4 tsp
Elachi or Cardamom powder - 1/4 tsp
Pepper powder - 1 big pinch , yes don't doubt this :)
Hot Milk - 1/2 cup or Milk powder - 1 tbsp
Jaggery (palm, sugarcane or coconut) - 1 tbsp 
Water - 3/4 cup

Method: 

Boil water with all masalas. In a tea mug pour the milk (or milk powder) and add jaggery. Mix them well. Now strain the boiling tea to this. Mix with a spoon. Thats it. Your Chai is just ready. 



Side notes:

I like my chai to be very strong and also very sweet. So you can adjust based on your likings.
Serve always hot.
I use Amul slim trim milk powder, as I don't stock animal milk in my fridge anymore. I mostly use plant based milks, like oat milk, soy or nut milks. But this chai needs the real milk taste, and hence using powder. 
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Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

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