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Kashmiri Pink Chai Recipe

Kashmiri Pink Chai Recipe – A Creamy Sip of Himalayan Bliss

Enjoy the warm and creamy experience of Kashmiri Pink Chai, a delightful traditional beverage known for its stunning color and aromatic spices.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Kashmiri
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chai Base
  • 4 cups Water Use fresh, filtered water for the best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Kashmiri/Himalayan Green Tea This tea provides flavor and the iconic pink color.
  • ½ teaspoon Baking Soda A crucial ingredient that alters the pH for that stunning hue.
For the Spices
  • 1 Star Anise Adds warmth and sweetness.
  • 4 pods Cardamom Pods Crush them to maximize infusion.
  • 1 stick Cinnamon Stick Infuses warmth and depth.
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
For Creaminess and Sweetness
  • 2 cups Whole Milk Adds richness that contributes to the chai's pink hue.
  • to taste Sugar/Honey Sweeten according to preference.
For Garnish
  • optional Crushed Nuts (e.g., Almonds) Enhances your presentation of this Kashmiri Pink Chai.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Fine mesh strainer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil the Water: Pour the fresh, filtered water into a medium saucepan and bring to a rolling boil. Add the green tea and boil for another 5 minutes.
  2. Add Baking Soda: Stir in the baking soda and watch the color transform. Boil for an additional 2 minutes.
  3. Infuse with Spices: Add star anise, crushed cardamom pods, and cinnamon stick. Boil together for 1 minute.
  4. Simmer for Depth of Flavor: Cover and simmer for 20-30 minutes, reducing the liquid by half.
  5. Balance the Flavors: Stir in salt to balance sweetness; taste for flavor adjustment.
  6. Incorporate Milk: Stir in whole milk, raise heat to medium, and bring to just a boil while stirring continuously.
  7. Strain the Chai: Remove from heat and strain the tea into cups or teapot to remove spices.
  8. Sweeten and Garnish: Sweeten to taste and garnish with crushed nuts before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store leftover Kashmiri Pink Chai in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently on low heat when ready to enjoy.

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