Traditional Masala Chai
Traditional Masala Chai
Ingredients
• 1 cup water
• 11/2 teaspoons sugar
• 1 whole green cardamom pod
• 1 whole clove
• 2 black peppercorns
• 3 teaspoons black tea leaves
• 1/2 cup warm milk
Directions
• Combine water and sugar in a small pan and bring to a boil.
• Add the spices and tea leaves. Remove from heat.
• Let the tea steep for 3 minutes, then strain into a cup.
• Fill the rest of the cup with milk.
Benefits: This is a quick version of the traditional spicy chai prepared in India. It is good for soothing a nervous stomach. Cardamom, a member of the ginger family, is known for easing tooth pain, indigestion, and urinary problems, and helping to combat depression. Black tea is loaded with antioxidants and can help boost heart health, decrease risk of diabetes, and lower stress levels.