Authentic Kashmiri Kahwa with Warm Lavasa Bread
Experience the aromatic warmth of traditional Kashmiri green tea infused with whole spices, almonds, and saffron. Perfectly paired with soft, pillowy lavasa bread for an authentic morning ritual.
25min
Total Time
4
Servings
Kashmiri
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Bring the water to a boil in a traditional samovar or saucepan along with the crushed cardamom and cinnamon stick.
2
Reduce the heat, add the Kashmiri green tea leaves, and let it simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until the water takes on a rich golden hue.
3
Stir in the saffron strands and allow the tea to steep for another minute off the heat.
4
Strain the fragrant tea directly into cups and sweeten with honey or sugar according to your taste.
5
Garnish each cup generously with slivered almonds and serve immediately alongside warm, freshly baked lavasa bread.
Ingredients
3 cups water
1.5 tablespoons Kashmiri green tea leaves
2 green cardamom pods, lightly crushed
1 small cinnamon stick
3-4 strands of Kashmiri saffron
1 tablespoon slivered almonds
1-2 teaspoons honey or sugar
4 pieces of warm Kashmiri lavasa bread
*This AI-generated recipe may contain inaccuracies.