Masala Chai (Spiced Milk Tea)

Method

1. 1

   Simmer the water with the ginger and all the spices for 3 minutes to draw out their oils.

2. 2

   Add the tea leaves and boil 1 minute, until the water turns mahogany.

3. 3

   Pour in the milk and sugar and bring back to a rolling boil, letting it climb the pan once or twice.

   💡 Letting the chai surge up and settle a couple of times deepens the flavor — just don't walk away.

4. 4

   Simmer 2 more minutes for a stronger, street-style brew.

5. 5

   Strain into glasses from a height to raise a light froth, and serve scalding hot.

   💡 The high pour isn't just show — it aerates and cools the chai to drinking temperature.