Chai Masala Powder | Indian Tea Spice Mix
Chai masala powder is an Indian tea spice mix made with a combination of warm spices like black peppercorn, cardamom, cinnamon, and fennel. This spice mix can be used to make masala chai or chai spiced desserts.
Ingredients
- 15 cardamom pods
- 1 1 inch cinnamon stick
- ½ teaspoon (~30) black peppercorns
- 4 cloves
- ¼ teaspoon fennel seeds
- 2 teaspoons ginger powder
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Toast 15 cardamom pods, 1 1 inch cinnamon stick, ½ teaspoon black peppercorns, and 4 cloves over medium-low heat for ~2 minutes, or until the spices become fragrant and the oils from the spices start to release. Add ¼ teaspoon fennel seeds to the pan and toast for another 30 seconds. Remove the spices from heat and allow to cool.
- Add all the toasted spices, 2 teaspoons ginger powder, and ¼ teaspoon kosher salt and grind using a spice grinder or mortar or pestle until the blend is a coarse powder. Store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.
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Notes and Tips
- Checkout my recipe for masala chai that uses this homemade powder to craft a delicious tea.
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