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    Masala Tea

    Published Nov 11, 2017, modified Mar 6, 2021 by Nicole Shroff / This site uses cookies. See the privacy policy linked in my footer. This site generates income via ads/ 19 Comments /

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    Spicy and soothing, this masala tea is perfect for the colder months, and as a digestive aid after a heavy meal.

    Masala tea in a small glass with ginger and cardamom pods

    Masala tea is popular in India for breakfast, during monsoon or in cooler weather.

    What is masala tea?

    Masala tea is a deliciously spiced and aromatic tea. Most homes in India have their own recipe, but generally tea leaves are brewed with ground spices, milk and sugar. 

    Benefits of this tea

    The ginger and cardamom both aid digestion which makes this a particularly pleasant tea after a rich or heavy meal. They are also effective decongestants and are particularly soothing for a sore throat or bad cold. They also help with detoxing, and alleviate nausea, so there are many reasons to make this delicious tea!

    How to make it

    Any black tea leaves will work, but I prefer to use loose Assam tea leaves.

    1. Start by adding the ginger and cardamom to the water, then bring it to a boil to release the wonderful flavours.
    2. Add the black tea leaves and simmer till the colour of the water darkens, then pour in the milk. Do try and use whole milk, it will make a world of difference!
    3. Once the milk comes to a boil it will start to rise, so lower the heat and stir in the sugar.
    4. Strain and serve immediately.

    Pro tip: Masala tea tastes even better with a froth on top, so try pouring it from a manageable height to form the bubbles.

    Enjoy!

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    Masala tea in a small glass with ginger and cardamom pods

    Masala Tea

    Nicole Shroff
    Spicy and soothing, this masala tea is perfect for the colder months, and as a digestive aid after a heavy meal.
    5 from 11 votes
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    Cook Time 10 mins
    Total Time 10 mins
    Course Breakfast, Drinks
    Cuisine Indian
    Servings 2 people
    Calories 96 kcal

    Ingredients

    • 1 ½ cups water
    • 2 teaspoons tea leaves use a black tea like Assam
    • 1 cup whole milk
    • 1 inch ginger minced
    • 2 pods cardamom crushed
    • 2 teaspoons sugar adjust to taste

    Instructions
     

    • In a small saucepan, bring the water to a boil with the ginger and crushed cardamom.
    • Add the tea leaves and simmer for a minute.
    • When the water has darkened, pour in the milk bring to a boil again.
    • As the milk starts to boil, turn heat down to medium/low and add the sugar.
    • Using a strainer, pour the tea into a cup/glass and serve straight away.

    MEASUREMENT NOTES

    The ingredients here on EOTF are set out in grams & milliliters and in US cups & spoons.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 96kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 4gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 63mgPotassium: 161mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 143mgIron: 0.1mg
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    Comments

    1. Viniscookbook

      March 01, 2019 at 12:38 pm

      Tea is my liquid hug…Love this style of making tea. And a special thanks for explaining these ingredients.

      Reply
      • Nicole

        March 01, 2019 at 12:49 pm

        Thank you!

        Reply
    2. Carrie Forrest

      November 20, 2017 at 2:33 am

      5 stars
      There is nothing better than having some good tea in life. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    3. Corrine

      November 17, 2017 at 11:43 am

      I used to work at a Mediterranean restaurant that served cardamom tea and it was always a favorite. Love the addition of ginger!

      Reply
    4. Katie Mae @ Nourishing Simplicity

      November 17, 2017 at 7:12 am

      5 stars
      I love how soothing and simple this tea seems to be! It reminds of a tea that my co-worker always talks about making for her family in the evening,

      Reply
    5. Emily @ Recipes to Nourish

      November 17, 2017 at 3:36 am

      5 stars
      This warming tea looks so lovely! Those are some of my favorite flavors, LOVE the cardamom in there.

      Reply
    6. Hope

      November 17, 2017 at 1:54 am

      5 stars
      This looks like a lovely cup of tea. I have never been to India but have enjoyed Masala tea at Indian tea shops in Malaysia. I love the sweetness and flavours this tea has 🙂

      Reply
    7. Judy Purcell

      November 16, 2017 at 3:47 pm

      5 stars
      This sounds absolutely delicious. The warming spice, the creaminess, oh my, so good!

      Reply
    8. Monique

      November 15, 2017 at 11:31 pm

      What a lovely warming drink, perfect to cosy up with in the afternoon!

      Reply
    9. Megan Stevens

      November 14, 2017 at 3:47 am

      5 stars
      I love that something so creamy and delicious is also healthy! What a lovely cup!

      Reply
    10. Jean

      November 14, 2017 at 3:18 am

      5 stars
      This sounds soooo cozy and delicious!

      Reply
    11. Joni Gomes

      November 13, 2017 at 11:37 pm

      5 stars
      I need to get some cardamom pods! Would ground cardamom work as well?

      Reply
      • Nicole

        November 14, 2017 at 2:19 am

        Joni, if you can find cardamom pods, they would work so much better. You could crush the pods to get the seeds and grind those, but the method in the recipe is far easier. Cardamom is one of those spices that lose much of its aroma and flavour after grinding, as it dries up. If you have a jar of cardamom powder, the amount to use would depend on how much flavour the powder has, depending on how old it is/how it is stored. I hope that helps.

        Reply
    12. Renee Kohley

      November 13, 2017 at 11:20 pm

      5 stars
      This is so lovely – I love the history behind the ingredients – thank you for explaining how it works. I would love to serve this after our big Thanksgiving meal next week!

      Reply
      • Nicole

        November 14, 2017 at 2:22 am

        Thanks, it is an excellent digestive aid! 🙂 Let me know how you like it.

        Reply
    13. Lindsey Dietz

      November 13, 2017 at 3:20 pm

      5 stars
      This looks and sounds perfect! Love the sweetness of these masala spices!

      Reply
      • Nicole

        November 14, 2017 at 2:23 am

        I’m sure you will love it – perfect for this time of year too!

        Reply
    14. linda spiker

      November 13, 2017 at 3:17 pm

      5 stars
      Sounds like a soothing delicious drink. Pinned!

      Reply
      • Nicole

        November 14, 2017 at 2:25 am

        Thanks, yes and a great pick-me-up!

        Reply

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