llJal is water and jeera is cumin thus, jal jeera is drink made of water and cumin. Jal Jeera is a famous summer drink in India and if you are expecting it to be sweet you'll be surprised. Jal Jeera is a savoury drink and enjoyed as thirst cooler to beat the summer heat which can be found in every street of India. The drinks loaded with so many spices and herbs which can be easily found in any indian groceries. Enjoy the health benefits spices and herbs in this tummy soothing drinks. This drink is great after a meal to aid digestion.
The dried mango powder or amchor powder add a distinctive flavor to the drinks.You can use tamarind extract to replace amchor powder. I love the taste of toasted cumin powder which gives the savoury punch an extra kick. Instead of gulping soda water or carbonated drinks packed with sugar and chemicals why not just prepare this ayurvedic drink and enjoy.
Ingredients
1/3 cup fresh mint leaves,chopped
1/2 cup fresh coriander leaves,chopped
4 cups cold water
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 1/2 tsp roasted cumin powder
1 tsp fennel seeds
1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp chaat masala
1/4 tsp black salt or rock salt
2-3 tbsp honey or white sugar
1 tsp amchor powder/dried mango powder
1 tbsp boondhis
Ice cube as required
Methods
In a food processor or blender,combine all the ingredients except boondhis and water. Grind until well blended.
Using a strainer, strain the mixture and add 4 cups of cold water.
Pour into serving glass, add ice cubes and sprinkle with boondhis
Serve immediately
Notes
Add boondhis just before serving for the crunchiness
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