### TranslatedIngredients: 1/4 cup Cardamom (Elaichi) Pods/Seeds,1/4 cup Cloves (Laung),1/4 cup Dry ginger powder,1 tablespoon Whole Black Peppercorns,2 inch Cinnamon Stick (Dalchini),1 teaspoon Nutmeg powder ### PrepTimeInMins: 10 ### CookTimeInMins: 20 ### TotalTimeInMins: 30 ### Servings: 4 ### Cuisine: Goan Recipes ### Course: Lunch ### Diet: High Protein Non Vegetarian ### TranslatedInstructions: To begin making Chai ka Masala, place a pan on medium heat. Add cloves, cardamom, black peppercorns and cinnamon, one by one, in no particular order.Dry roast the spices on medium heat for a couple of minutes until they release a roasted aroma. Turn off the heat and transfer the spices to a plate and allow them to cool.Once the spices have cooled, add the dried ginger powder, nutmeg powder and blend the roasted spice mixture in a blender to a smooth powder.Your Chai ka Masala is ready. Transfer the masala to an airtight container and store it for 4 to 6 months in a glass jar in the freezer and use and when required.Add 1/4 teaspoon Chai Masala powder to make 2 cups of Chai (Tea). Adjust the masala to suit your taste. If you like black tea, then add a pinch and if you are making tea along with milk then 1/4 teaspoon for two cups would give you a mild flavor. Every Chai lover has a preference in their ways the tea has to be made, so go ahead and experiment and enjoy this delicious Chai Masala.