Description
Warm up your soul with this beautiful and traditional **Kashmiri Pink Chai**, also known as Noon Chai. This **easy recipe** combines high-quality green tea leaves, baking soda, milk, and warming spices to create a soothing and creamy drink with its iconic blush-pink color. Perfect for cozy mornings, festive evenings, or as a **healthy snack** alternative. Whether you’re looking for **quick breakfast** ideas or unique **food ideas** for guests, this **Kashmiri tea** will win everyone over with its flavor and charm.
Ingredients
3 cups cold water
2 tablespoons green tea leaves
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup ice water or a few ice cubes
2 cups whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
4 green cardamom pods, crushed
1 cinnamon stick
1 star anise
1/4 teaspoon salt
1–2 teaspoons sugar (optional)
1 tablespoon chopped pistachios
1 tablespoon chopped almonds
1 teaspoon dried rose petals (optional)
Instructions
1. Add green tea leaves and baking soda to a saucepan with cold water. Bring to a boil and simmer for 40 minutes.
2. Once reduced and slightly burgundy, pour in ice water or drop in ice cubes. Stir vigorously for 2–3 minutes.
3. Add crushed cardamom, cinnamon stick, and star anise. Simmer for another 5–7 minutes.
4. Gradually add warm milk and stir gently. Watch as the tea turns a soft pink color.
5. Season with salt and sugar (if using). Stir well.
6. Strain the tea into cups using a fine sieve.
7. Garnish with chopped nuts and rose petals. Serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
For best color, stir constantly after adding baking soda and shock the tea with cold water.
Always add milk slowly and make sure it’s warmed to prevent curdling.
Use loose-leaf green tea for authentic flavor and proper chemical reaction.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 180
- Fat: 11
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Unsaturated Fat: 4
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 15
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