Switch up your morning or afternoon cuppa with this homemade masala chai mix. Simply serve with milk or enjoy on its own.
Makes11
Prep time10 mins10 minutes, + standing time
+ standing time
Ingredients
2 whole star anise
1 tbs fennel seeds
2 dried bay leaves
2 tsp ground cloves
1½ tbs ground cinnamon
1 tbs ground ginger
1½ tbs ground cardamom
½ tsp ground black pepper
Black tea bags, to serve
Milk, to serve (optional)
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Method
Step 1
Process the star anise, fennel seeds and bay leaves in a food processor or spice grinder until finely crushed. Layer the ground cloves, cinnamon, ginger, the crushed fennel seed mixture, cardamom and black pepper in a sealable jar.
Step 2
To serve, shake or stir the masala chai mix to combine. Add 2 tsp of the masala chai mix to 200ml boiling water with 1 black tea bag. Set aside for 5 mins to infuse. Strain into a mug and discard solids. Add a dash of milk, if using, to serve.
