Description
Kashmiri Pink Chai is a traditional tea known for its unique pink color and rich flavor, perfect for tea time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups water
- 4 tablespoons green tea leaves (preferably Kashmiri green tea)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
- Chopped pistachios and almonds for garnish
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the green tea leaves and baking soda. Boil for about 10-15 minutes until the water reduces to about half.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and let the tea steep for an additional 5 minutes. Strain the tea into a bowl, discarding the leaves.
- Return the strained tea to the saucepan and add the milk and salt. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat and simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. The tea should develop a rich pink color.
- Stir in the heavy cream, sugar, and ground cardamom. Simmer for another 5 minutes, adjusting sweetness if necessary.
- Remove from heat and let the chai cool slightly before serving. Pour into cups and garnish with chopped pistachios and almonds.
Notes
- For a spicier chai, add a pinch of cinnamon or a few whole cloves during the simmering process.
- You can substitute almond milk for a dairy-free version while maintaining the creaminess by adding a bit more heavy cream or coconut cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Kashmiri
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg