Pakistani
Chana Chaat
A tangy, refreshing chickpea salad tossed with onion, tomato and a zingy chaat dressing — a…
Masala Chai
Black tea simmered with milk, ginger and a swirl of warm spices — the cup that makes any day better.
↓ Jump to recipe⏱️
5 minPrep🔥
10 minCook🍽️
2Serves📊
EasyLevelAdvertisement · placeholder
Ingredients
- 2 cups water
- 2 cups milk
- 3 tsp loose black tea (or 3 tea bags)
- 1 thumb ginger, sliced
- 4 cardamom pods, crushed
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 3 cloves
- Sugar to taste
Instructions
- Bring the water to a simmer with all the spices and the ginger; cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Add the tea and simmer for 2 minutes more.
- Pour in the milk and bring back to a boil.
- Lower the heat and simmer for 3 minutes for a deeper colour.
- Strain and serve with sugar to taste.
Advertisement · placeholder
Tara’s tips
- Crush the cardamom and bruise the ginger to release more flavour.
- A second simmer after the milk is added gives the signature creamy depth.
Serving suggestions
- Wonderful with biscuits or a slice of toast.
Storage & reheating
Best fresh; reheat gently and skim any skin from the top.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is not yet available for this recipe. Values vary with portion size and exact ingredients — we will add verified figures here soon.
Frequently asked questions
Loose tea or tea bags?
Both work. Strong black tea like Assam gives the best flavour.
You might also like
Related recipes
Pakistani
Indian
Palak Paneer
Soft cubes of paneer in a smooth, gently spiced spinach sauce — comforting, green and surprisingly…
Indian
Indian Masala Omelette
A fluffy omelette packed with onion, tomato, chilli and coriander — the breakfast that wakes up…