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Chai Ka Masala Recipe - Homemade Spice Powder for Tea
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Chai Ka Masala Recipe - Homemade Spice Powder for Tea

A high protein Goan Recipes recipe with cardamom (elaichi) pods/seeds, cloves (laung), dry ginger powder. Ready in 30 min, serves 4.

Curated byKavya Sharma🇮🇳

Calories
410kcal
Estimated Cost
150-300
Carbs49g
Protein16g
Fats16g
Servings Scaler
4

Instructions

11 steps
  1. 1

    To begin making Chai ka Masala, place a pan on medium heat

  2. 2

    Add cloves, cardamom, black peppercorns and cinnamon, one by one, in no particular order

    cardamom (elaichi) pods/seeds(1/4 cup)cloves (laung)(1/4 cup)whole black peppercorns(1 tablespoon)inch cinnamon stick (dalchini)(2)
  3. 3

    Dry roast the spices on medium heat for a couple of minutes until they release a roasted aroma

  4. 4

    Turn off the heat and transfer the spices to a plate and allow them to cool

  5. 5

    Once the spices have cooled, add the dried ginger powder, nutmeg powder and blend the roasted spice mixture in a blender to a smooth powder

    dry ginger powder(1/4 cup)nutmeg powder(1 teaspoon)
  6. 6

    Your Chai ka Masala is ready

  7. 7

    Transfer the masala to an airtight container and store it for 4 to 6 months in a glass jar in the freezer and use and when required

  8. 8

    Add 1/4 teaspoon Chai Masala powder to make 2 cups of Chai (Tea)

    dry ginger powder(1/4 cup)nutmeg powder(1 teaspoon)
  9. 9

    Adjust the masala to suit your taste

  10. 10

    If you like black tea, then add a pinch and if you are making tea along with milk then 1/4 teaspoon for two cups would give you a mild flavor

    whole black peppercorns(1 tablespoon)inch cinnamon stick (dalchini)(2)
  11. 11

    Every Chai lover has a preference in their ways the tea has to be made, so go ahead and experiment and enjoy this delicious Chai Masala

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