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Instant Masala Chai Recipe
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Quick Instant
Masala Chai
Recipe For Busy Tea Lovers

9 mins
Cooking Time
Easy
Difficulty
9
Ingredients
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Masala chai is India’s favourite comfort drink. This instant version is quicker but still rich in flavour. The warm blend of tea leaves, milk, ginger, and spices creates a soothing yet refreshing cup. It’s perfect for busy mornings, rainy evenings, or a quick tea break during work.

Ingredients

UNITSIngredients
1½ cupsWater
1 cupMilk
2 tspBlack tea leaves/powder
½ tspGinger (grated)
2Cardamom pods (slightly crushed)
2Cloves
½ inchCinnamon stick
2–3Black peppercorns
2 tspSugar (adjust to taste)

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Directions

Description - Step 1

Boil water

Pour water into a saucepan and bring it to a rolling boil. This creates the base for your tea and ensures that the spices release their aroma quickly when added.

Description - Step 2

Add spices and ginger

Drop in crushed cardamom, cloves, cinnamon, and peppercorns along with grated ginger. Let them simmer in the boiling water so their flavours infuse fully before adding tea leaves.

Description - Step 3

Add tea leaves

Add the tea leaves or tea powder to the spiced water. Let it simmer gently until the water turns a rich, dark brown colour. Stir occasionally to balance the flavours.

Description - Step 4

Add milk and sweetener

Pour in milk and stir. Allow it to boil once more so the tea blends with the spices and milk. Add sugar according to taste, and simmer for a minute to bring everything together.

Description - Step 5

Strain and serve

Turn off the flame and strain the chai into cups. This ensures a smooth, frothy tea with no spice residue. Serve immediately while hot and aromatic.

Step 1
Boil water
2 Minutes
Step 2
Add spices and ginger
2 Minutes
Step 3
Add tea leaves
2 Minutes
Step 4
Add milk and sweetener
2 Minutes
Step 5
Strain and serve
1 Minute

Plate it up!

Plating Instructions

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Serve the chai in a clay cup or steel tumbler for an authentic touch.

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Pairing Instructions

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Best enjoyed with crispy pakoras or biscuits for evening tea.

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Garnishing Instructions

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Add a pinch of cardamom powder or grated nutmeg on top for aroma.

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