Indian Masala Chai

Ingredients

• Sugar - 2 teaspoons
• Black peppercorns - 4
• Cloves - 4
• Cinnamon stick - 1
• Cardamom pods - 4, crushed
• Ginger - 1-inch piece, grated
• Black tea leaves - 2 teaspoons
• Milk - 1 cup
• Water - 1 cup

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, bring water to a boil.
2. Add the grated ginger, crushed cardamom pods, cinnamon stick, cloves, and black peppercorns to the boiling water.
3. Simmer for 5 minutes to allow the spices to infuse.
4. Add the black tea leaves and simmer for another 2 minutes.
5. Add milk and sugar to the saucepan and bring to a boil.
6. Reduce the heat and simmer for 1-2 minutes.
7. Strain the chai into cups and serve hot.