Kashmiri Pink Chai
Kashmiri Pink Chai is a traditional salted tea from Kashmir, known for its vibrant pink color and fragrant blend of spices that create a soothing and unique beverage experience.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Drink
- Method: Boiled
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups water
- 2 tbsp green tea leaves (preferably Kashmiri tea leaves)
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 4 green cardamom pods, crushed
- 1 inch cinnamon stick
- 4-5 cloves
- Salt to taste
- 2 tbsp crushed almonds and pistachios (for garnish)
Instructions
- Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a saucepan.
- Add the green tea leaves, crushed cardamom, cinnamon stick, and cloves to the boiling water.
- Add the baking soda and stir; the tea will turn a deep red color.
- Simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse and the tea to reduce slightly.
- Add salt to taste and milk, then bring the mixture back to a gentle boil.
- Whisk the tea vigorously to develop the characteristic frothy, pink appearance.
- Strain the tea into cups and garnish with crushed almonds and pistachios before serving.
Notes
For an extra creamy texture, use full-fat milk or substitute with evaporated milk. Pink Chai pairs wonderfully with traditional Kashmiri breads like bakarkhani.