Masala Chai
Grrrrrgh!
Course : Indian
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 4
 

Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   4                    whole         cloves
   2                    cardamom pods
   1      stick         cinnamon -- broken up
   3      cups          water
     1/4  teaspoon      ground ginger
     1/8  teaspoon      freshly ground pepper
     1/2  cup           milk
   2      tablespoons   granulated sugar
   2      tablespoons   black tea
 

Preparation:

In a mortar, crush the cloves, cardamom pods and cinnamon. Transfer the crushed spices to a small saucepan, add the water, ginger and pepper and bring to a boil. Remove the pan from the heat, cover and let steep for 5 minutes. Add the milk and sugar to the pan and bring to a boil. Remove from the heat and add the tea. Cover and let steep for 3 minutes. Stir the chai, then strain it into a warmed teapot or directly into teacups.