Grandma’s Tea Masala Powder 100g | Spiced Tea Masala for Masala Chai

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♥ Spice up your tea with this fresh and fragrant Grandma’s tea masala powder ♥

Grandma – my biggest fan. Memories of visiting gran were never-ending hugs and kisses, a fridge stocked full of chocolate & vanilla icecream, a year’s worth of sweets and goodies, grandma’s delicious food and ofcourse, her masala chai. I distinctly remember the spicy aroma that would fill the air when she would prepare the chai signalling that it was either time to wake up or time for dinner.

 

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Gran would keep a jar with freshly ground spices in her pantry which she would proudly use in her chai. Things were simpler back then, none of that old, filled with preservatives and artificial flavourings food. Everything was freshly prepared at home. This recipe of ground spices was passed down to my mum who then passed it to me and now I’m sharing it with you.

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What does real masala chai tea with this tea powder masala taste like?

Warming

Comforting

Spicy

 

Condiments:

You can add honey / lemon to the tea if making a black tea.

You can add milk / a sweetener of choice if making a milk tea.

 

How to make real masala chai with this Indian tea masala powder?

This tea masala is freshly ground with no preservatives or additives and is perfect to give your tea that kick. You can either use Assam tea leaves for a stronger Bombay masala chai or Kenyan tea leaves for a semi-strong chai. I like both depending on my mood.

Proper masala chai must be brewed in a pan. For 1 large portion of masala chai, add 1 tbsp of Assam loose leaf tea or Kenyan tea to your pan. Add between 1/2 tsp – 1 tsp of Grandma’s tea masala depending on how spicy you want it.

If you are using Assam tea leaves, add 1 tbsp of sugar (assam is bitter). If you are using Kenyan tea leaves, you can use less sugar. Add water and brew this tea on a high flame for about 10 minutes. Add milk as required and brew for another 10 minutes. Strain into your tea cup and enjoy.

 

How much masala chai tea can I drink in a day?

There haven’t been any studies done on the maximum quantity of tea that can be drunk in a day but it is best to use an educated guess. 1 – 2 cups of black tea a day should be reasonable.

Do check with your GP if you are unsure or taking medication.

 

How to store this tea powder?

Store the tea powder in a cool, dark cupboard away from direct sunlight or heat (such as your stove) or humidity in an airtight container. This tea powder comes in a resealable air-tight bag.

This tea powder can last for up to 1- 3 years if stored well.

 

Does this tea have any nutritional benefits?

Spices are rich in antioxidants.

 

Disclaimer:

Please note that we do not suggest that all of the above nutritional benefits are true and will be attained. These are simply some benefits that we have come across on various online sites.