Masala Tea Powder Recipe

Home made chai masala must be stored in a dry , air tight container, preferably a glass bottle.store it in a cool dry place and it will last for 6 months Always use a dry spoon otherwise moisture ma lead to hardening of the powder..
This recipe added either to milk or tea is great to chase fever and cure sore throat.
Health Benefits
Due to presence of the spices in it, chai masala has numerous health benefits.
+Drinking tea, which consists of chai masala is useful in colds and reduces cough in those people who are prone to common cold.
+ It's also believed to improve energy, vitality, and circulation , hence this beverage is generally consumed in the mornings.
+It rejuvenates the system and aids in digestion.
+ Cardamom, present in chai masala; improves digestion and stimulates metabolism.
+ Cinnamon is found to have antibacterial and anti fungal infections. It is also proven to reduce blood sugar levels considerably.
+Black Pepper improves digestion and promotes intestinal growth. It helps to decrease blood cholesterol and triglycerides, boost immunity, and reduce the risk of stomach ulcers.
+Ginger has been used extensively for its health benefits since ages. It relaxes muscles and improves circulation of blood. It reduces inflammation , flatulence and helps in thinning of blood.

Masala Tea Powder
Ingredients
Cardamom Powder 1/2 t/s
Cinnamon Powder 1/2 t/s
Cloves Powder 1/2 t/s
Ginger Powder 1/2 t/s
Pepper Powder 1/4 t/s
Instructions
Mix all the above ingredients and make a fine powder.
You can use this powder when making Chai.
Even if you are making a quick cuppa with just adding the water , tea bag, you can add a pinch of this powder to enhave the flavour.

Another Recipe
Ingredients
350ml/12fl oz water
100ml/3½fl oz milk
4 black peppercorns
10 green cardamom pods, lightly crushed
good pinch green fennel seeds
small piece cinnamon stick
1 tsp fresh ginger, peeled and roughly sliced
1 tea bag
sugar, to taste
salt, to taste (optional)
Preparation method
Heat the water and milk in a pan with the spices and ginger until it comes to the boil. Turn the heat down and cook over a low to medium heat for 15 minutes. Be careful as the milk can easily rise and boil over.
Once the volume is reduced to a large cupful, add the teabag and let it brew for one minute, or longer if you like strong tea.
To serve, strain into a cup and add sugar or salt if using, to taste.

Another recipe for 8 cups
Ingredients
4 cups water
2 whole star anise
1/2 tablespoon ground cardamom
12 whole cloves
2 cinnamon sticks
1 large piece ginger, candied or fresh, diced
1 teaspoon-1 tablespoon crushed black peppercorns
2 bay leaves
8 bags black tea (or equivalent loose)
4 cups milk, hot
1/4 cup honey, or brown sugar
Preparation Instructions

Combine all ingredients except milk and sweetener, and boil for 10 minutes. Strain. Add the hot milk, and mix, with your choice of honey or brown sugar.