Green Tea Spiced Kashmiri Kahwa
Indulge in the soothing warmth of Green Tea Spiced Kashmiri Kahwa, a fragrant blend of traditional Kashmiri spices and green tea that promises to elevate your tea time. This recipe combines the bold flavors of crushed green cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves with the delicate floral notes of saffron, creating a symphony of aromas and tastes. Sweetened with honey or sugar and finished with slivered almonds and optional pistachio crumbles, this kahwa is not only a treat for the palate but also a visual delight. Ready in just 15 minutes, this comforting beverage is perfect for cozy evenings or as a wellness boost during chilly days. Bring the essence of Kashmir to your kitchen with this aromatic and nourishing green tea recipe, sure to impress tea enthusiasts and spice lovers alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups water
- 2 teaspoons green tea leaves
- 4 pods green cardamom pods
- 1 small piece (about 2 inches) cinnamon stick
- 2 whole cloves
- 6 strands saffron strands
- 2 teaspoons sugar or honey
- 1 tablespoon slivered almonds
- 1 teaspoon crushed pistachios (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring 3 cups of water to a gentle boil over medium heat.
While the water is heating, lightly crush the green cardamom pods and cloves using a mortar and pestle or the flat side of a knife to release their flavors.
Add the crushed cardamom pods, cloves, cinnamon stick, and saffron strands to the boiling water. Reduce the heat to low and let the spices simmer for 3-4 minutes to infuse the water with their aroma.
Add the green tea leaves to the saucepan and simmer for another 2 minutes. Be careful not to over-steep, as green tea can become bitter.
Stir in the sugar or honey according to your preference and keep simmering for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sweetener dissolves completely.
Turn off the heat and strain the tea through a fine-mesh strainer into cups to remove the tea leaves and spices.
Garnish each cup with slivered almonds and, if desired, a sprinkle of crushed pistachios for added flavor and texture.
Serve the Kashmiri Kahwa hot and enjoy its soothing, aromatic flavors.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
229 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.7 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.3 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 34 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.7 g | ||
| Protein | 6.9 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 164 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 299 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
