Description
Warm up with a delightful cup of Kashmiri Pink Chai, a traditional Himalayan tea infused with aromatic spices and a hint of sweetness. This tea not only comforts the soul but also delights the taste buds with its beautiful pink hue.
Ingredients
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For the Chai:
- 4 cups Water
- 2 tbsp Kashmiri/Himalayan green tea (or other green tea)
- 1/2 tsp Baking soda
- 1–2 Star anise
- 2 Cardamom pods (crushed)
- 1 Cinnamon stick
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 2 cups Whole milk
- Sugar or honey to taste
For Garnish:
- Crushed nuts (e.g. almonds) for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Boil the Water and Tea: Bring the water to a boil in a saucepan, add the green tea, and boil for about 5 minutes.
- Add Baking Soda: Stir in 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda. The water will turn a deep red color. Continue boiling for another 2 minutes.
- Infuse Spices: Add the star anise, crushed cardamom pods, and cinnamon stick. Boil for an additional minute.
- Simmer the Tea: Reduce the heat and simmer the tea for 20-30 minutes until it reduces to about half its original volume, intensifying the flavor and color.
- Season the Chai: Stir in salt and mix well.
- Add Milk: Pour in the whole milk and bring the tea to a boil. Stir constantly to prevent burning.
- Turn Pink: As the milk boils, the tea will turn pink.
- Strain and Sweeten: Remove from heat, strain the chai into cups, and sweeten with sugar or honey. Garnish with crushed nuts if desired.
- Serve: Enjoy the warm and cozy flavor of Kashmiri Pink Chai!
Notes
- Adjust the sweetness according to your preference.
- Feel free to experiment with different nuts for garnishing.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Boiling, Simmering
- Cuisine: Himalayan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Kashmiri Pink Chai, Noon Tea, Himalayan tea, Pink tea, Chai recipe
