Chai ka Masala / Chai Powder` Indian Tea Masala Powder Recipe by Tarla Dalal

Preparation Time: 5 minutes.

Cooking Time: 1 minute.

Makes ¾ cup.

3 tbsp cloves (laung / lavang)

¼ cup cardamom (elaichi)

1½ tbsp black peppercorns (kalimirch)

2 sticks cinnamon (dalchini)

¼ cup dried ginger powder (soonth)

1 tsp nutmeg (jaiphal) powder

1. Combine the cloves, cardamom, black peppercorns and cinnamon in a broad non-stick pan and dry roast on a medium flame for 1 minute.

2. Transfer into a plate and keep aside to cool completely.

3. Once cooled, add the dried ginger powder, nutmeg powder and blend in a mixer to a smooth powder.

4. Store in an air-tight container and use as required.