Tea masala

Tea masala is a fragrant, ground spice blend added to tea (chai) to create a warm, aromatic, and invigorating beverage, commonly used across East Africa and India. It typically features a mix of ginger, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, and black pepper, which are added to boiling milk and water alongside tea leaves. Tea masala Description. Key Aspects of Tea Masala Ingredients: Common ingredients include dried ginger, cinnamon, green cardamom, black pepper, cloves, and sometimes nutmeg. Usage: A pinch of the powder is added to the pot while brewing tea. Benefits: It enhances flavor, acts as a refreshing stimulant, and provides health benefits such as easing inflammation (due to ginger) How to Make Masala Chai ( Tea Masala ) Boil Water: Bring water to a boil in a pan. Add Spices & Tea: Add a pinch of tea masala (or freshly crushed ginger, cardamom, etc.) and tea leaves/bags. Add Milk & Sweetener: Add milk and sugar to taste, then simmer for 2-3 minutes to blend flavors. Strain & Serve: Strain directly into cups and serve hot