Masala Chai
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp warm milk
- a pinch of saffron
- 1 1/2 cup milk preferably whole, but 2% works too
- 1 cup water
- 3-4 whole cardamoms
- 1/4 inch stick of cinnamon Cinnamon can overpower the saffron smell. Use sparingly or skip altogether
- 2 cloves
- 2 tsp sugar or to taste
- 1 tbsp tea leaves strong brew
Instructions
- Add saffron to 1 tbsp of warm milk and set aside.
- Add water and milk to a pan (milk will boil over, so use a deep enough pan).
- Add the whole spices and bring it to a boil. Lower heat and let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add sugar and tea leaves and bring to another boil. Reduce heat and let the tea leaves soak for 2-3 more minutes.
- Remove from heat, add the saffron milk and serve with masala molasses cookies or samosas.