Chai Masala
This exquisite chai masala makes a cup of Indian masala chai more delicious and also helps fight common ailments. This powdered spice mix is so easy to make and needs just six simple spices.
Servings: 48 servings (½ teaspoon each)
Calories: 2kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
Chai masala
- 7 2-inch cinnamon sticks
- 1 heaping tablespoon green cardamom pods
- 1 tablespoon cloves
- 2 star anise
- 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
- 3 tablespoon ground ginger
Instructions
Make chai masala
- Measure out all the ingredients in a bowl or blender cup.
- Blend until all ingredients are broken down into a powder. The powder doesn't have to be very fine, as you will strain the tea after adding the chai masala to it.
- Store in an airtight container in a cool, dark cupboard or pantry.
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Notes
- Powdered spices like chai masala can safely be stored for up to a year so long as you keep them in a cool, dark place in airtight containers. Powdered spices lose their flavor as they stand, however, so I'd recommend using up the chai masala within six months for the best flavor. You can also use the slider in the recipe card to make a smaller batch.
- Here's my masala chai recipe, for an authentic Indian tea experience.
Nutrition
Serving: 0.5teaspoon | Calories: 2kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.04g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 0.3mg | Potassium: 9mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.02g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 0.02mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.1mg