Saffron-Infused Kashmiri Kahwa Tea with Cardamom and Almonds

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-24 · Updated 2026-07-24

A soothing and fragrant green tea brewed with saffron strands, crushed cardamom pods, and garnished with toasted almonds. This Indian-inspired recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, brings together green tea leaves, water, green cardamom pods, crushed for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 40 calories and feeds 4, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 tsp green tea leaves
• 4 cups water
• 6 green cardamom pods, crushed
• 1 small (2-inch) cinnamon stick
• 10 saffron strands
• 4 whole cloves
• 2 tbsp toasted sliced almonds
• 1 tbsp (optional) honey

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups water to a boil over high heat. Add 6 crushed green cardamom pods, 1 small cinnamon stick, 10 saffron strands, and 4 whole cloves; reduce heat to medium and simmer for 5 minutes to infuse.
2. Step 2: Add 2 tsp green tea leaves to the simmering water and steep for 3 minutes until the tea develops a golden color and fragrant aroma.
3. Step 3: Strain the tea into cups using a fine mesh sieve to remove spices and leaves.
4. Step 4: Stir in 1 tbsp honey if desired for sweetness.
5. Step 5: Garnish each cup with 2 tsp toasted sliced almonds to add a nutty crunch and serve hot.