Masala Tea To Kick-Start Your Day
Masala tea has been an integral part of South Asian culture for centuries. This traditional spiced tea concoction is now making its way to every cafe, kiosk and restaurants around the world too. It is an aromatic way to start your day and to give your morning beverage routine a ‘desi’ twist.
Benefits of Masala Tea
From being packed with vitamins to improving digestion, masala tea has numerous added benefits than regular tea or coffee.
A few Benefits Include:
- Aids Digestion – Masala tea steeps in ginger, cinnamon and cardamom which all help in improving digestion.
- Strengthens Immune System – It boosts the immune system due to the ingredients used in it
- Rich in Anti-oxidants – It is filled with vitamins and minerals, making it a healthy way to start your day
How To Make Masala Tea
Masala tea is fairly easy to make and doesn’t require any special ingredients. All you need is black tea, ginger, cardamom and some milk.
Put one teaspoon of tea, two whole cloves, two crushed green cardamom and one small piece of ginger in one cup of the boiled water. Steep for at least 5 minutes before adding half a cup of milk to it. Strain the tea, add some sugar to it and voila, you have your masala tea ready!
Starting Your Day With A Desi Twist
With its deliciousness, health benefits, and a dose of comfort, masala tea is the perfect way to start your day. So why limit yourself to a regular, every day cup of coffee or tea? Try swapping out your morning drink with a cup of masala tea. Chai up your morning and start your day with a ‘desi’ twist!
