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Kashmiri Pink Chai

Kashmiri Pink Chai: Cozy Up with This Creamy Delight

Kashmiri Pink Chai is a creamy, traditional beverage with a vibrant pink hue and customizable flavors, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Simmering Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Kashmiri
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 4 cups Water Use fresh water for best flavor.
  • 2 tbsp Kashmiri/Himalayan Green Tea Substitute with other quality green teas if unavailable.
  • 1/2 tsp Baking Soda Essential for vibrant pink color.
For the Spices
  • 1-2 pods Star Anise Optional for milder spice lovers.
  • 2 pods Cardamom Crushed, can use 1/2 tsp ground if fresh isn't available.
  • 1 stick Cinnamon Can swap with ground cinnamon if desired.
  • 1/4 tsp Salt Balances sweetness.
For the Creaminess
  • 2 cups Whole Milk Substitute with plant-based milk for dairy-free option.
For Sweetness
  • Sugar or Honey Sweeten to taste.
For Garnishing
  • Crushed Nuts (e.g., almonds) Optional garnish for texture.

Equipment

  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Kashmiri Pink Chai
  1. Boil 4 cups of fresh water in a saucepan over medium-high heat.
  2. Once boiling, add 2 tablespoons of Kashmiri green tea and boil for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Stir in ½ teaspoon of baking soda while the tea is still boiling.
  4. Add 1-2 pods of star anise, 2 crushed cardamom pods, and a cinnamon stick; boil for another minute.
  5. Lower the heat and let the chai simmer for 20-30 minutes, reducing the liquid by half.
  6. Stir in ¼ teaspoon of salt and 2 cups of whole milk, stirring continuously.
  7. Once it reaches a gentle boil, strain the tea into cups, sweeten to taste, and garnish with crushed nuts.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 24mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 250mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 300mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure the water is at a rolling boil before adding tea for best flavor extraction. Add baking soda only during boiling to achieve the iconic color. Simmer slowly for flavor enhancement.

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