Kashmiri Tea

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1. 1Boil Water and Spices • In a saucepan, add 4 cups of water and place it on medium heat. • Add green cardamom pods, whole cloves, and the cinnamon stick to the water. • Bring the water to a boil, and then reduce the heat to low. Allow the spices to infuse for about 5 minutes.
2. 2Add Green Tea• Add the loose green tea leaves (or green tea bags) to the spiced water. • Let the tea simmer for about 5-7 minutes on low heat, allowing the flavors to meld.
3. 3Add Milk and Baking Soda• Pour in 2 cups of milk and stir well. • Add the baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) to the tea. This is the crucial step that gives Kashmiri Chai its characteristic pink color. The baking soda reacts with the tea and chang es its color.
4. 4Sweeten the Tea• Add sugar to the tea and stir until it completely dissolves. • Taste the tea and adjust the sweetness according to your preference.
5. 5Strain and Serve• Once the tea is infused with flavors and has turned a lovely pink color, turn off the heat. • Strain the tea through a fine mesh strainer or a tea strainer into cups or teapot. • Garnish with chopped almonds or pistachios and a few saffron strands, if desired.
6. 6Enjoy• Serve the delightful Kashmiri Chai hot, and savor the unique blend of flavors and the com forting pink hue that makes this tea so special.