How to Brew Chai?
Chai is a cuppa of emotion in India. A drink so versatile that enables one to create flavors and conversations you love. The beauty of chai is that it is comforting to drink made with a variety of spices that deliver bold flavours to the teacup. Every house has their very own version of this must have beverage.
Brewing a cup of chai can be as easy as dropping a tea bag in hot water or as complex as grinding your own spices be it masala chai, cutting chai or plain simple adrak wali chai (ginger tea). The result is a creamy cup of black tea subtly spiced and fragrant with just the right amount of sweetness, so near perfect that will make you come home to make a pot of this tea anytime.
Here is a quick and easy step-by-step guide to make an enjoyable cup of masala chai every time!
Here's what you'll need-
- Loose-leaf Masala Chai
- A large pan
- 300 ml of water
- 120 ml of milk
- Infuser teapot and a kulhad cup (earthen cup)
STEP 1Take a large pan and measure and add water to boil. |
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STEP 2Add 3-4 Teaspoon loose leaf tea to the pan. |
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STEP 3Stir the pan continuously after adding tea and bring the concoction to a boiling point. |
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STEP 4Add milk to the pan and boil to colour. Stir the pan continuously to allow the heat to evaporate. |
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STEP 5Strain the tea in an infuser tea pot. |
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STEP 6Pour the tea in a kulhad cup and serve with cookies and snacks. |