Bidisha's Corner

Sunday, 30 November 2014

Rejuvenating Masala Chai / Spices in Tea

Masala Tea is a best way to refresh oneself and is even remedy for body aches and blocked mind.
It refreshes and is one of the best simple homemade solution. 

INGREDIENTS:
Tea powder (1 1/2 Tsp).
Masala Chai
Ginger paste or crushed (1/2 Tsp).
Cardamom crushed (1).
Cinnamon crushed or broken to bits (1/2 cm long).
Kesar/Saffron (a pinch of).
Basil / Tulsi leaves (4-5).
Blackpepper crushed (1/2 tsp).
Clove (2-3).
Milk (3/4 cup).
Water (3 cups).

PROCEDURE:
In a Tea pan or Tea pot, add water, clove, ginger, cinnamon, cardamom, basil, pepper, kesar and allow it to boil, as it starts boiling add tea powder and allow it to boil for a minute add milk and let it boil. 
You will find a relaxing aroma lingering around, as milk is boiled well, off the flame and close the lid allow it to be stagnant for 2-4 minutes. 
Slowly unlid the pan and with the help of a strainer, pour it into cup. 
Add sweetness as per once requirenet, stir well and serve it. 
Enjoy its great aroma, mind blowing taste and relaxing effect. 

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