Authentic Kashmiri Kahwah: Aromatic Saffron Tea Recipe
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About Authentic Kashmiri Kahwah: Aromatic Saffron Tea Recipe
Escape to the Himalayas with a steaming cup of Kashmiri Kahwah. This fragrant saffron-infused green tea, a beloved tradition of the Kashmir Valley, offers a captivating blend of warmth and exotic spice.Delicate green tea dances with cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, and a whisper of rose, creating a symphony of flavors. Garnished with crunchy almonds, each sip is pure comfort.Easy to prepare yet incredibly rewarding, this Kahwah recipe is your passport to a serene escape – perfect for chilly evenings or anytime you desire a taste of authentic Kashmir.
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Recipe Time & More
Prep5 minutes
Cook5 minutes
Total10 minutes
Ingredients
Spices and Aromatics
- 1 generous pinch Saffron strands
- 1/2 inch Cinnamon bark
- 2-3 Cloves
- 2-3 Cardamom pods
- 1 tsp Rose Petals dried
Tea and Water
- 1 tsp Kashmiri Kahwah Tea green leaves
- 2 cup Water
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine the water, saffron strands, cinnamon bark, cloves, cardamom pods, and rose petals.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Simmering gently allows the spices to infuse the water without becoming bitter.
- Reduce the heat to low and add the Kashmiri Kahwah green tea leaves. Steep for one minute. This brief steeping time prevents the tea from becoming overly strong or astringent.
- Remove the pan from the heat and strain the tea into serving cups. Discard the tea leaves and spices.
- Garnish each cup with slivered almonds, a few saffron strands, and a few rose petals.
- Sweeten with sugar or honey to taste. Serve immediately and enjoy the fragrant warmth of Kashmiri Kahwah.
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips
- Adjust the sweetness and spice levels to your liking. Start with less and add more gradually until you achieve your desired taste.
- For a richer flavor, use full-fat milk and freshly ground spices.
- Simmering the tea for a longer time will intensify the flavors, but be careful not to over-boil it.
Storage Instructions
- Once cooled, store leftover chai in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Gently reheat before serving.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 10kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 0.3gFat: 0.4gSaturated Fat: 0.04gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.2gSodium: 13mgPotassium: 31mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.03gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.4mg
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I’m in love with this recipe already!
Wonderful recipe. Learning a lot from you with respect to tea and beverages. Is there any specific variety of pink rose to be used or any pink colored rose will do?
Very Beautifully captured.
Such an enticing dish! Thanks for the recipe.
Such a flavorful dish! Can’t wait to taste it.