Description
Kashmiri Pink Chai is a traditional tea from Kashmir, known for its unique pink color and creamy texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups water
- 2 tablespoons green tea leaves
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup sugar (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder
- Pistachios and almonds for garnish
Instructions
- Boil water in a pan.
- Add green tea leaves and baking soda, stir well.
- Let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes until the water reduces by half.
- Whisk the tea vigorously to create foam and enhance the color.
- Add milk and continue to boil until it reaches a creamy consistency.
- Stir in sugar and cardamom powder, mix well.
- Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped pistachios and almonds.
Notes
- Using cold water helps in achieving the pink color.
- Adjust sugar according to your taste.
- Freshly ground cardamom gives a better flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Kashmiri
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Kashmiri Pink Chai, traditional tea, creamy tea