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How to Make Masala

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There is a proverb in India that says food changes every 100 kilometers… but if there is something that unites all Indians, it is Masala Chai. This drink is made by combining spices such as cardamom, cloves, ginger, and more with water or milk. Today, this beverage has many fans all over the world, but its roots and origin come from India. In this article, we will teach you how to prepare Masala in two ways: instant and homemade.

History of Masala Chai

Masala Chai originated in the 1900s during British colonial rule in India, when chaiwalas (street vendors who sell tea) began adding spices and milk to tea. Gradually, it became a popular drink among Indians. Over time, Masala Chai was not only loved in India but was also introduced by major British companies to America and later to the rest of the world, where it was welcomed by people everywhere as a popular hot beverage. In this article, we will introduce you to the simplest method of making Masala.

What is Masala?

For preparing Masala, it can be said that the base of all Masala teas usually includes spices such as cardamom, black pepper, cinnamon, cloves, and ginger. Other variations may include nutmeg, mace, fennel, rose, mint, lemongrass, tulsi, ajwain, saffron, or star anise. Combining Masala tea with boiling water or milk makes a delicious hot drink, especially for those who enjoy a bit of spiciness in their beverage.

How to Make Café-Style Masala

To make an excellent café-style Masala Chai, you need Masala tea spice mix. So first, we will teach you how to prepare the Masala tea spice blend.

Ingredients for Making Masala Chai:

Cloves: ¼ cup

Green cardamom: ¼ cup

Cinnamon sticks: ¼ cup

Black peppercorns: ¼ cup

Dried rose petals: 2 teaspoons

Fennel seeds: 2 teaspoons

Dried saffron: 1 teaspoon

Dried ginger powder: 2 teaspoons

Chopped nutmeg: 1 piece

To begin, put the green cardamom, cloves, black pepper, and cinnamon in a pan and roast them over low heat for 1 minute. Then transfer them to another container to cool down.

Then put them together with the other mentioned ingredients for preparing Masala tea spice into a grinder and grind them all together until you get a magical and very aromatic spice blend. You can store this spice mix in a sealed jar in the cabinet for up to two months.

How to Make Instant Masala

The best and easiest way to prepare Masala is by using ready-made powders. However, it is very important to consider the ratio and quality of the spices used in these powders. Another important factor is the level of spiciness of this tea. Since everyone’s taste and preference are different, it is essential to use a product that takes these differences into account.

Letra Company, which has been active in the production of food powders since 2004, has taken all these parameters into account. After much trial and error, numerous tests, and evaluations in different regions of the country, it produces Masala powder in two types: Regular and Spicy. The Regular type has a moderate level of spiciness, while the Spicy version contains more ginger, resulting in a stronger heat. It is worth mentioning that in the preparation of Letra’s Masala powders, extracted ginger is used.

Simple Masala Recipe: Add 20 g or 2.5 scoops of Masala powder (from the 2 kg pack) to 150 ml of water or milk at 80°C.

Regular Masala is specially for those who prefer to enjoy Masala tea with a mild spiciness. Other benefits of this product include relieving fatigue and tiredness. It can be served both hot and cold, with either water or milk.

Spicy Masala Recipe: Add 20 g or 2.5 scoops of Spicy Masala powder (from the 2 kg pack) to 150 ml of water or milk at 80°C.

Spicy Masala is suitable for those who prefer Masala tea with a stronger spiciness. To purchase Masala tea at an affordable price, you can order through the LetraShop website or by calling 03138553636.

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Regular Masala

Spicy Masala