Description
Experience the unique flavors of Kashmir with this traditional Kashmiri Pink Chai recipe. This stunning pink-hued tea is a delightful blend of green tea, milk, and aromatic spices, perfect for cozy evenings or special gatherings.
Ingredients
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For the Pink Chai:
- 2 cups cold water
- 2 tablespoons Kashmiri green tea leaves
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
For Shocking:
- 2 cups cold water
For the Tea:
- 2 cups milk
- 2 tablespoons sugar (or to taste)
- 2–3 crushed green cardamom pods
For Garnish:
- Crushed almonds and pistachios for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pink Chai: Bring 2 cups of cold water to a boil in a deep saucepan. Add Kashmiri green tea leaves and baking soda. Simmer for 10–15 minutes until the color deepens.
- Shock the Tea: Slowly add another 2 cups of cold water while whisking constantly to enhance the pink color.
- Add Spices: Stir in crushed cardamom and continue to whisk for 5 minutes.
- Introduce Milk: Gradually pour in milk and simmer for 5–7 minutes until the tea turns rosy pink.
- Sweeten and Serve: Sweeten with sugar, strain into cups, and top with crushed nuts if desired.
Notes
- The pink color develops from oxidizing the green tea and reacting with baking soda and cold water.
- Whisking is crucial for aeration and color enhancement of the tea.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Kashmiri, Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
