Kashmiri Pink Chai: Warm Your Heart with Every Sip

Kashmiri Pink Chai is a delightful brew that combines aromatic spices and creamy texture, warming your soul with every sip.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 30

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 cups

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: Indian, Kashmiri

Calories: 120

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Brew

4 cups Water The base liquid for brewing
2 tablespoons Kashmiri/Himalayan Green Tea Leaves Primary flavor component
1 pinch Baking Soda Enhances color formation

For the Spices

1 Star Anise Adjust based on spice preference
4 Crushed Cardamom Pods Essential for authentic flavor
1 stick Cinnamon Provides sweet-spicy depth
1 pinch Salt Optional but recommended

For Creaminess

2 cups Whole Milk For vegan options, substitute with plant-based milk

For Sweetness

to taste Sugar or Honey Sweetens the tea

For Garnishing

as desired Crushed Nuts (Pistachios or Almonds) Optional garnish

Equipment

medium-sized saucepan

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Boil the Tea Leaves: Bring water to a rolling boil and add Kashmiri green tea leaves. Boil for 5 minutes.
Add Baking Soda: Stir in a pinch of baking soda and boil for an additional 2 minutes.
Incorporate Spices: Add star anise, crushed cardamom pods, and cinnamon stick. Boil for another minute.
Simmer for Depth: Reduce heat, cover, and let the chai simmer for 20 to 30 minutes.
Add Milk and Seasoning: Stir in salt and whole milk, gently bringing to a soft boil.
Strain and Serve: Filter tea into cups, sweeten to taste, and garnish if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, use quality Kashmiri tea leaves and avoid boiling the chai when reheating.

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