Kashmiri kahwa is a cherished traditional drink from the stunning Kashmir valley, famous for its fragrant aroma and cosy warmth. This comforting beverage combines the flavours of cinnamon, cardamom, saffron, and green tea, resulting in a rich golden brew that instantly calms the mind. This warm drink is topped with chopped almonds, adding a subtle nutty crunch to each sip.
Crush the cinnamon stick and cardamom pods roughly using a mortar and pestle. Chop the almonds into pieces and keep aside.
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Boil the base
Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a saucepan. Once bubbling, add the crushed spices and saffron strands, giving it a quick stir.
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Slow infusion
Cover the pan and simmer over low to medium heat. Allow the flavours to steep and the tea to turn a deep golden yellow.
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Sweeten and steep
Add sugar and mix well. Turn off the heat and add green tea leaves. Cover and let the tea steep for 5 minutes, allowing those aromatic flavours to infuse.
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Strain and serve
Add chopped almonds to the serving cups. Strain the tea into the serving cups with almonds. Serve immediately while hot and aromatic.