Description
A luxurious and comforting Kashmiri Pink Chai that transforms from deep tea tones into a beautiful rosy drink. This easy recipe brings together creamy milk, aromatic spices, and a delicate balance of flavors, making it perfect as a cozy breakfast drink, a unique dinner idea, or a relaxing evening treat. Whether you’re exploring new food ideas or looking for a healthy snack alternative in beverage form, this traditional chai offers both elegance and warmth in every sip.
Ingredients
2 cups water
2 tablespoons Kashmiri green tea leaves
1 pinch baking soda
1 cup cold water
2 cups whole milk
4 green cardamom pods
1 small star anise
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons sugar
2 tablespoons crushed almonds
2 tablespoons crushed pistachios
2 tablespoons cream
Instructions
1. Add 2 cups water and Kashmiri green tea leaves to a pot and bring to a boil. Let it simmer for 10 minutes until the color deepens.
2. Add a pinch of baking soda and continue boiling until the tea turns a dark reddish-brown color.
3. Pour in 1 cup cold water and vigorously stir or aerate by pouring between cups.
4. Repeat the simmering and aeration process 2–3 times to enhance color and flavor.
5. Add crushed cardamom pods and optional star anise, then simmer for 5 minutes.
6. Slowly pour in the milk while stirring continuously.
7. Add salt and sugar according to your taste preference.
8. Let the chai simmer on low heat for another 5–10 minutes.
9. Strain into cups to remove tea leaves and spices.
10. Garnish with crushed almonds and pistachios, optionally add cream, and serve hot.
Notes
Use authentic Kashmiri tea leaves for the best color and flavor result.
Do not skip the aeration step, as it is essential for achieving the pink color.
Always add baking soda in a very small amount to avoid bitterness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Kashmiri
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: kashmiri pink chai, noon chai, easy chai recipe, breakfast drink, traditional tea