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Kashmiri Chai

Cultural Context

Kashmiri Chai, also known as Noon Chai, hails from the beautiful region of Kashmir in India. Traditionally enjoyed in the cold winters, this vibrant pink tea is made using green tea leaves, milk, and a hint of salt, creating a unique flavor profile. It is often served during special occasions and gatherings, symbolizing hospitality and warmth. Today, Kashmiri Chai has gained popularity beyond its borders, enjoyed by tea lovers around the world for its creamy texture and rich taste.

IndianINKashmirdrink
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
4 cups water
1-1.5 inch cinnamon stick
2-3 dried rose buds
6-8 cloves
7-8 green cardamom pods
slightly more than 1/4 tsp salt
slightly more than 1/2 cup sugar
3 cups milk
1 tbsp sugar (for milk)
baking soda (added later)

green tea leaves

🥗Healthier: herbal tea

💰Cheaper: black tea

Herbal tea provides a caffeine-free option.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: powdered milk

Almond milk is lower in calories.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: jaggery

Honey adds natural sweetness.

cream

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: whipped topping

Coconut cream is dairy-free.

1

Start by boiling 4 cups of water in a saucepan.

2

Add a 1-1.5 inch cinnamon stick, 2-3 dried rose buds, 6-8 cloves, and 7-8 green cardamom pods to the boiling water.

3

Add slightly more than 1/4 tsp salt and slightly more than 1/2 cup sugar to the pot.

4

Let the mixture boil for about 10-12 minutes until the color deepens.

5

After boiling, add a small amount of baking soda to enhance the color.

6

Cover the pot and let it sit for at least 1 hour to develop the color further.

7

In a separate saucepan, heat 3 cups of milk and add 1 tbsp sugar to it.

8

Once the milk reaches a boil, add the prepared tea mixture to the milk.

9

Stir gently and serve with additional sugar or salt as per guest preference.

Cooking Techniques

boilingwhipping

Equipment Needed

saucepan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

nutsdairy

Also Known As

Noon ChaiKashmiri Tea

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