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Kashmiri Pink Chai Recipe: Discover Its Unique Flavor!

Kashmiri Pink Chai is a traditional tea known for its unique flavor and vibrant pink color, achieved through a special brewing process.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: Kashmiri
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups of water
  • 2 tablespoons of Kashmiri/Himalayan green tea or other green tea
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1-2 star anise
  • 2 cardamom pods crushed
  • 1 Cinnamon stick
  • 1/4 teaspoon of salt
  • 2 cups of whole milk
  • Sugar or honey to taste
  • Crushed nuts like pistachios or almonds for garnish (optional)

Method
 

  1. In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the Kashmiri green tea leaves and boil for about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda. The water will turn a deep red color. Continue boiling for another 2 minutes.
  3. Add the star anise, crushed cardamom pods, and cinnamon stick to the boiling tea. Allow the mixture to boil for another minute.
  4. 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.
  5. Stir in a quarter teaspoon of salt and mix well.
  6. Add 2 cups of whole milk and increase the heat, bringing the tea to a boil. Stir constantly to avoid burning the milk. As the milk boils, the tea will begin to turn pink.
  7. Once the chai is a beautiful pink color, remove it from heat. Strain it into cups to remove the spices and tea leaves.
  8. Sweeten with sugar or honey according to taste. Garnish with crushed nuts like pistachios or almonds if desired.
  9. Serve hot and enjoy the unique flavor and comforting warmth of Kashmiri Pink Chai!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgSugar: 10g

Notes

  • The pink color is a result of the reaction between the tea leaves and baking soda.
  • Allowing the tea to simmer is crucial for developing its rich flavor.
  • Adjust the sweetness according to personal preference.

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