Jal Jeera Recipe

Here’s the best Jal Jeera recipe, a refreshing and tangy Indian drink perfect for digestion and cooling off on a warm day.

Ingredients

For the Jal Jeera:

• 1 cup fresh coriander leaves
• ½ cup fresh mint leaves
• 1-inch piece of ginger
• 1-2 green chilies (adjust to taste)
• 2 tablespoons tamarind pulp (or juice of 1 lemon)
• 1 teaspoon roasted cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon fennel powder (optional)
• ½ teaspoon black salt (kala namak)
• ½ teaspoon regular salt (adjust to taste)
• 1 teaspoon chaat masala
• 1 tablespoon jaggery or sugar (optional, for a slight sweetness)
• 4 cups chilled water
• Ice cubes (optional)

For Garnish:

• Lemon slices
• Fresh coriander or mint leaves
• Boondi (fried gram flour pearls, optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Base Paste

1. In a blender, combine coriander leaves, mint leaves, ginger, green chilies, tamarind pulp, jaggery, roasted cumin powder, fennel powder, black salt, regular salt, and chaat masala.
2. Blend into a smooth paste, adding a little water if needed.

2. Mix the Drink

1. Strain the paste through a fine sieve into a large bowl or pitcher.
2. Add chilled water to the strained paste and mix well. Taste and adjust seasoning (salt, sweetness, or tanginess) as needed.

3. Chill and Serve

1. Add ice cubes to the Jal Jeera and let it chill for 10-15 minutes for the flavors to meld.
2. Serve in glasses, garnished with lemon slices, fresh coriander/mint leaves, and a sprinkle of boondi for an authentic touch.

Pro Tips:

• Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
• If you don’t have tamarind, substitute with lemon juice for the tangy taste.
• For an extra zing, add a pinch of freshly ground black pepper.

Enjoy this tangy, spicy, and cooling Jal Jeera as a refreshing drink or digestive aid!

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