When I tasted chai, wow, my life was changed. I have been adapting my chai recipe as I have learned from “chai experts” and experimented myself. The primary credits go to my mother-in-law Manju Agrawal.

Chai is very customized for the individual and the region of India. I have included the default options along with bonus options.

Serving Size

• 1 large cup for 1 person
• 2 small cups for 2 people

Utensils

• Pot, Mug, Small Spoon

Ingredients

• Required Ingredients
  • Water: 3/4 cup (adjust ratio with milk to your taste)
  • Chai: 2 scoops
  • Chai Masala: 1/2 scoop
  • Shredded Ginger: 1 scoop
• Bonus ingredients (adjust per taste)
  • Black Pepper: 1/4 scoop
  • Clove: 1/5 scoop
  • Cardamon: 1/3 scoop
  • Mint: 1 scoop
  • Cinnamon: 1/2 stick
• Phase 2 ingredients
  • Milk: 1/3 cup (adjust ratio with water to your taste)
  • Sugar: 2 scoops (adjust per taste)

Steps

• Phase 1
  • Add water to the pot and turn on heat. Add in the required ingredients and your choice of bonus ingredients. Wait for the water to boil.
  • Bonus: wait for the water to rise
• Phase 2
  • Add milk and sugar. Keep a close eye because the chai will rise.
  • Bonus: Wait for it to rise 3 times.
  • Hint: Put a spoon across the top of your pot to avoid boiling over.