Jal Jeera (An Amchur Powder Drink)
4.54 Ratings
Photo by James Ransom
- Serves
- 2 glasses
- Prep Time
- 5 Minutes
- Cook Time
- 5 Minutes
Jaljeera (pictured in the front of the photograph above) is an Indian beverage that aids in digestion, prevents nausea, and stimulates appetite especially in the sultry, humid weather condition of India.
Ingredients
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- 35 mint leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon black salt
- 1 to 2 pinch fresh black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon amchur (raw mango powder)
- 2 teaspoon lime juice
- 1 1/2 teaspoon sugar (optional)
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Directions
- Step 1
Toast cumin seeds in a skillet for 5 to 6 minutes on medium heat.
- Step 2
Add the toasted cumin and all the other ingredients to a blender. Make sure you blend everything to a fine paste. Some people prefer sugar in jaljeera. Please try this recipe with or without sugar and decide for yourself.
- Step 3
Add 2 glasses of water (about 16 ounces) to this paste. If you prefer a smooth drink, run this mix through a sieve. Chill before serving.