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Kashmiri Pink Tea (Noon Chai)

Kashmiri Pink Tea (Noon Chai)

Kashmiri Pink Tea (Noon Chai) is a velvety beverage that transforms tea time with its enchanting pink hue and aromatic cardamom notes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: MORNING MEALS
Cuisine: Kashmiri
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tea Base
  • 2 tablespoon green tea leaves Use high-quality leaves for a richer flavor.
  • 6 cups water Fresh, cold water ensures a clean taste.
  • 0.25 teaspoon baking soda This helps achieve that beautiful pink hue.
  • 3 cardamom pods crushed Adds a fragrant, aromatic quality to the tea.
For the Creaminess
  • 2 cups whole milk For a velvety and luscious texture, don't skip the whole milk.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt A little salt enhances the overall flavors.

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

How to Make Kashmiri Pink Tea
  1. In a large pot, combine the green tea leaves, baking soda, crushed cardamom, and water. Bring to a rolling boil, then reduce to a simmer, aerating by whisking occasionally until the mixture is reduced by half, around 30 minutes.
  2. Pour in a splash of cold water to halt the boiling process. This little trick helps enhance the vibrant pink color that makes this tea so special!
  3. Gradually stir in the whole milk, then return the mixture to a simmer. Allow it to bubble gently until you see that beautiful pink hue, which should take about 5-10 minutes.
  4. Once your tea has turned the desired color, add salt to taste, then strain the tea into your favorite cups, ensuring a smooth serving.
  5. Enjoy your Kashmiri Pink Tea hot, preferably with a sprinkle of crushed pistachios or almonds on top for a lovely finishing touch!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 6gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 250mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 150mg

Notes

For the best results, always use high-quality green tea leaves and aerate the tea by whisking while simmering. Add cold water quickly to preserve the color. Don't rush the simmering time after adding milk to achieve the desired pink shade.

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