Kashmiri Chai - Authentic Pakistani Pink Tea
This traditional Kashmiri Chai is a rich, creamy, and aromatic pink tea made with green tea leaves, baking soda, milk, and spices. A soothing and festive beverage that’s a staple at special gatherings in Pakistani households.
Equipment
- 1 Pot Large enough to simmer tea
- 1 Sieve For straining tea leaves
- 2 Bowls For aerating tea back and forth
- 1 Ladle For pouring and serving
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 6 tablespoon Kashmiri Tea Leaves
- 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
- ¼-1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 5-6 Cardamom Pods
- 1 Badiyan ka Phool optional
- 1 small piece Cinnamon stick optional
- 2 cups Ice cold water mixed with ice
- Finely chopped pistachios & almonds
- ⅔ cup Milk per serving
- Additional minced nuts
Instructions
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients except the ice cold water to a pot with 8 cups of cold tap water. Bring to a boil, simmer for one hour or until the liquid is halved.
- Strain out the green tea leaves.
- Pour the ice cold water from a height into the tea concentrate to aerate.
- Continue pouring between bowls or using a ladle for 5-7 minutes until a rich pink foam forms.
- Bring the aerated tea mix back to a boil. The kahwa is now ready.
- To make a cup: Take a ladle (⅓ cup) of kahwa, bring to boil, add ⅔ cup milk and splash of water, cook 2-3 minutes. Serve topped with crushed pistachios.
Video
https://youtube.com/watch?v=3-Lv8syIA-8%3Fsi%3DIOklj2ikjU9Tw6vY
Notes
This makes a generous amount of kahwa, for smaller quantities refer to the infographic in the post! If this is your first time making it, please read the blog post for tips and tricks.