ASSAM TEA RECIPE

I love to try varieties of tea. Ginger tea is my favourite among all.I came across this Assam tea recipe in “Aval vikatan “ magazine.The original recipe is shared by Mrs.Revathi shanmugam.This title attracted me &I tried on the same day .I loved its flavor. The addition of cloves gives a nice aroma. Do try this. U’ll love it.

INGREDIENTS

1 cup - 200ml

Fresh milk – 1/2 cup Water – 1/2 cup Tea powder – 1.5 – 2 tsp ( based on the color & strength u need) Ginger – 1 inch piece( 1 tbsp) Cardamom – 2 no Cloves – 2 nos Sugar – 1.5 tsp or as needed.

METHOD

Crush ginger , cardamom and cloves together. Boil the milk along with water , tea powder, sugar and crushed spices for 5 mins in low flame. U’ll get a nice color. Strain it and serve !! Method :2 Boil cardamom, cloves and tea powder in 1/2 cup of water till it reduces to 1/4 cup. Then add 1/2 cup of milk, boil for 2 minutes and strain it.

Tips:

• For variations, try adding  a piece of cinnamon along with spices.
• For spiced chai or masala chai , add 1/8 tsp of ground black pepper corns.

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