---
title: Masala Chai (Spiced Milk Tea)
servings: 2
prep time: 5 minutes
cook time: 10 minutes
source: https://mycibora.com/recipes/masala-chai
---

Gather @black tea{2%tbsp}, @whole milk{250%ml}, @green cardamom pod{4}, @cinnamon stick{1}, @whole clove{2} and @black peppercorn{4}.

Simmer the @water{250%ml} with the @ginger{15%g} and all the spices for 3 minutes to draw out their oils. ~{3%minutes}

Add the tea leaves and boil 1 minute, until the water turns mahogany. ~{1%minutes}

Pour in the milk and @sugar{2%tbsp} and bring back to a rolling boil, letting it climb the pan once or twice. ~{3%minutes}

Simmer 2 more minutes for a stronger, street-style brew. ~{2%minutes}

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