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Kashmiri Chai Tea • Pink Tea

With a beautiful rich and luxurious taste, this is the fastest way to enjoy a nice cup of Kashmiri Chai Tea • Pink Tea.
Prep Time2 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Passive Time0 minutes
Servings: 2.5 cups
Author: Francine Lizotte
Course: Beverages
Cuisine: Pakistani
Keyword Alcohol-free Drinks, Elegant Cuisine, Gluten Free, Healthy, Holidays & Events, Low Sodium/No Sodium, Quick & Easy

Ingredients

  • 2 cups water, divided
  • 4 large ice cubes
  • 2 tbsp. Kashmiri chai leaves
  • 6 green cardamom pods
  • 2 large star anise
  • 2 whole cloves
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1/4 tsp. baking soda
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup half-and-half (substitute whole milk)
  • 2 tbsp. raw sugar, or to taste
  • 2 pinches fleur de sel
  • 2 to 3 tsp. pistachios, finely chopped

Directions

  • Add ice cubes to 1 cup water; set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, add remaining 1 cup water, Kashmiri chai leaves, cardamom pods, star anise, whole cloves and cinnamon stick. Stir well and bring the mixture to a boil.
  • Stir in baking soda and boil until liquid is almost evaporated, about 5 to 6 minutes.
  • Pour in the iced water through a fine sieve and discard the ice cubes. Add milk, half-and-half, sugar and salt. Stir and bring to a boil; cook for 1 minute.
  • Pour the mixture through a fine sieve and discard any solids.
  • Pour in a cup and garnish with pistachios. Yields 2 ½ cups.