How does Kashmiri Chai turn pink?

Kashmiri Chai is a traditional drink with delicious flavor and unique pink color. The pink color doesn’t come from an artificial (or natural) coloring, it’s a result of chlorophyl in tea reacting with bicarbonate of soda that’s added to boiling tea leaves.

What is Kashmiri Chai made of?

Noon chai

Alternative names	Kashmiri tea, shir chai, gulabi chai, pink tea
Place of origin	Kashmir
Associated national cuisine	Kashmiri
Main ingredients	gunpowder tea, milk, soda, salt or sugar
Cookbook: Noon chai

Is Kashmiri chai good for you?

As per Kashmiri folklore, noon chai is refreshing in the heat and resists cold during winters. It is known to prevent heartburn and bloating because of the cardamom and baking soda content. It is also known to reduce stress and anxiety as it contains L-theanine, an amino acid component, according to reports.

Does Kashmiri Chai have caffeine?

The Kashmiri tea with less milk has more intense Kashmiri tea flavor and warmth. So I like my home-made Kashmiri tea more than what it served on ‘dhabba’ or cafe. Kashmiri tea has very low-caffeine like other green tea compared to black tea. So doesn’t hinder your sleep like black tea or chai.

Why is my Kashmiri Chai not pink?

Depending on the variety, non-Kashmiri green tea leaves may not turn as pink as those specifically for Kashmiri Chai. They may also produce a slightly different flavor profile. In the ones I’ve tried, the end product tasted like Kashmiri chai, but was not as pink and had a hint of bubble milk tea flavor.

What is the difference between noon chai and Kahwa?

Some people may even use regular green tea leaves to make Noon Chai. Another type of traditional Kashmiri tea, Kahwa is also made with a rich blend of fragrant spices and warm nuts. These ingredients help in keeping the body warm especially in cold climates like that of Kashmir.

Is Kashmiri noon chai good for weight loss?

Pink tea or noon tea is beneficial for your body as it keeps you fit. Apples and cinnamon are required to make a pink tea, and we all know how healthy apple is for our health. Apples contain all the necessary nutrients that help us to lose weight and also eliminates stomach related disorders.

Is Kashmiri tea bad for health?

Kashmiri Kahwa tea is rich in antioxidants that help in improving the purification of body toxins. This tea essentially helps in getting rid of the impurities made by the liver and reducing the content of free radicals in the body. A hot cup of this tea is recommended after a hard day of work.

Can I drink Kashmiri chai while pregnant?

Chai is generally considered safe to drink while you’re pregnant. But don’t just listen to us. It’s always advisable to check with your health team. Or learn more about chai and its effects on your health today.

Is Kashmiri Chai salty?

That’s the term used by Pakistanis and Indians to describe the Kashmiri Noon Chai (translated to Salt Tea). As the name suggests, Noon chai is a salty drink, but has gained popularity across Pakistan as a sweet concoction.

Why is my Kashmiri tea Brown?

The simple solution for this: Add more baking soda. If, after increasing baking soda, it’s still more brown than pink, try using a different green tea.