Masala Chai - Essence


Course : Indian
Source:
Serves: 1
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Ingredients:


4 teaspoons whole coriander

1 piece star anise

2 sticks cinnamon -- broken

1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns

1 teaspoon allspice

1 teaspoon cardamom pods

1 teaspoon cloves

1 teaspoon dried orange peel

1 teaspoon ground ginger

1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

3 quarts water

2 tablespoons indian black tea leaves

1 tablespoon vanilla extract

1 Cup honey -- milk, or cream, to
 

Preparation / Directions:


This East Indian blend is spicy and soothing In a small bowl combine coriander anise, cinnamon, peppercorns, all spice, cardamom, cloves, and orange peel. In a spice mill or coffee grinder, coarsely grind the spices. Mix in the ginger and nutmeg. Pour the water into a one gallon pot and add the spice mixture. Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Add tea and vanilla and steep 3 to 5 minutes. Strain the liquid into a large pitcher. You may want to add honey, milk, or cream, or wait and offer these to your guests on the side. Tea can be served hot or chilled. Makes 3 quarts.


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