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  • Fresh Lemon Juice | Indian Sherbet Recipe

    Fresh Lemon Juice | Indian Sherbet Recipe

    Fresh Lemon Juice is an all-time favourite Indian drink. It is ideal as a summer quencher, party appetiser or just anytime.  It comes under the category of popular Indian Sherbet Recipes.

    As the saying goes, when you have limes, make a lemonade, then why the delay?

    Fresh Lemon Juice is called as Nimbehannina Panka in Kannada. It is often made during Ram Navmi as an offering to the Lord along with butter milk. It is also a part of the Haldi kum kum tradition in South India. Ladies are usually served fresh lemon juice along with a lentil salad.

    The making of fresh lime or lemon juice needs no introduction. You must be wondering why a post should even be written about it? Yeah, it is that simple one which anyone can make. But here are a few ingredients which enhances the taste of it. Addition of a few strands of saffron lends a divine taste to it. A dash of cardamom powder gives a good aroma and taste to the drink. Do not forget to add a pinch of salt.

    What is an Indian Sherbet?

    Sherbet originated from the Arabic word sharbah which means  a drink and Shariba refers to drink. Indian Sherbet is a traditional drink made with fruits, herbs or even flower petals. It is usually chilled. It is served at festive occasions and family gatherings. It is a popular summer drink in South India.

    Can we add jaggery instead of sugar ?

    Yes, you may add powdered jaggery but the taste differs. It is another version of sherbet. Make sure the jaggery is pure.

    Do we need saffron to make sherbet ?

    Saffron lends a good aroma to the drink. You can skip it and instead add a few fresh mint leaves.

    What are the variations we can make to this popular drink ?

    You can add sabja seeds. You can also add soaked chia seeds.

    Can I make it ahead and keep it in the refrigerator?

    Yes, you can make it ahead and keep it in the refrigerator to chill. Make sure you consume within two days.

     

     

    A few other related recipes for you are

    imli ka amlana
    imli ka amlana
    blueberry lemonade
    blueberry lemonade
    mint ginger cooler
    mint ginger cooler
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    Fresh Lemon Juice

    Fresh Lemon Juice is a traditional Indian beverage made with lemon, sugar and water.
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    Ingredients Method

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 glass cold water
    • 3 tbsp sugar
    • a few saffron strands
    • dash salt
    • 2 lemon

    Method
     

    1. Take water in a pan.
      Add sugar and saffron strands to it. Mix it well.
    2. Add lemon juice, salt and cardamom powder. MIx and serve in glasses.
      3. This is the basic fresh lemon juice recipe, you may add a few mint leaves. Soaked chia seeds can also be added.

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    fresh lemon juice

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  • Grapes Shot | Summer treats

    Grapes Shot | Summer treats

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    Grapes Shot is a refreshing summer drink with Indian twist. Here is the recipe to make it easily at home. 

    Summer brings the juiciest of  fruits, grapes is one of them. The grapes we found this year were extremely sweet and refreshing. 

    One such summer drink we often enjoy is the grapes shot. It is refreshing and ideal to serve as a mid-day drink. 

    What is a shot ?

    Shot  or shooter is a small size of mixed drink usually consumed in one go. It is made of different kinds with alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. 

    Nutrients in  grapes :

     Grapes are  rich in nutrients and anti-oxidants. They are  a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Copper, Vitamin K and fiber. It is ideal in weight management. It also helps in preventing constipation. It may protect diabetes and help in controlling blood sugar. 

    Chemical infected : 

    I have read many times the grapes should be washed well before consuming. They have the highest pesticide sprayed on them. Wash them in warm water with salt. Keep it aside for sometime, rub them well, clear the water a couple of times and then use them. 

    Storing of grapes :

    Grapes can be stored for a week in the refrigerator. Make sure you pat them dry on a soft cloth before putting them in. 

     

    Fruits v/s Fruit juices: 

    It is always good to eat whole fruits rather juice. They are filling and provide more nutrients to the body. Ultimately, it is seasonal fruits which should be consumed often and in larger quantities than juices.

    grapes shot
    grapes shot

    Grapes Shot Recipe 

    Ingredients :

    • 2 cup green grapes
    • 1/4 teaspoon black salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon pepper powder
    • a few ice cubes

    Method:

    • Wash and pat dry the grapes.
    • In a blender, put the grapes and a few ice cubes, give a blitz.
    • Now, add black salt and pepper powder to it. Blend it once more and pour in the glass.
    • Grapes shot is ready to serve.

    How to serve : 

    Shots is usually served in small glasses. Rub the rim with lemon juice and dip in a little salt. It gives a good look and a nice taste to it. 

    Take a tip :

    • Black grapes can also be used.
    • Sugar may be added, it depends on the sweetness of the fruit. I have not added here. 
    • Do not add water, shots is generally thick in consistency.

    About the event:

    Sending this to Healthy Summer Drinks at Shhh Secretly Cooking Challenge group. The theme was suggested by Sasmita Sahoo Samanta. I loved her drink Sabja Lemonade , which I have bookmarked to make in the near future. 

    Here, we are paired and the partners exchange secret ingredients. The dish is prepared as per the theme and shared in the group. My partner was Kalyani. She has made a refreshing Saunf Sherbet with the secret ingredients saunf and chaat masala. I was given pepper and kala namak, my contribution is grapes shot. 

     

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    Grapes Shot Recipe

    5 from 14 votes
    Grapes shot is a tasty, refreshing drink.
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    Course: appetisers
    Cuisine: Indian
    Ingredients Method Notes

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 cup green grapes
    • 1 /4 teaspoon black salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon pepper powder
    • a few ice cubes

    Method
     

    1. Wash and pat dry the grapes.
    2. In a blender, put the grapes and a few ice cubes, give a blitz.
    3. Now, add black salt and pepper powder to it. Blend it once more and pour in the glass.
    4. Grapes shot is ready to serve.

    Notes

    Take a tip :
    Black grapes can also be used.
    Sugar may be added, it depends on the sweetness of the fruit.
    Do not add water, shots is generally thick in consistency.
    grapes shot
    Grapes shot

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  • Tangy Imli ka Amlana / Rajasthani Cuisine

    Tangy Imli ka Amlana / Rajasthani Cuisine

    Imli ka Amlana is a refreshing, sweet and tangy drink from Rajasthani cuisine. It is used as an appetiser.

    I am in search of good refreshing drinks, something that soothes the mind and body or some new recipe with mango as it’s simmer.

    Imli ka amlana is a drink from Rajasthani cuisine that is usually served with the main course. It is a tangy, refreshing, digestive drink ideal for summer.

    Many of you must be familiar with Aam ka Panna, it is similar to that drink. Raw mangoes are used in aam ka panna, here tamarind pulp is used. But, this needs no cooking and can be made anytime as mangoes are seasonal.

    This month in the Recipe Swap Challenge, I had to prepare a dish from Priya Iyer’s blog the photowali.wordpress.com She has a good collection of recipes, some go back to the good old days of Tamilans. Do check her blog. After going through her blog, came down to three chosen ones and finally decided to make this Imli Ka Amlana. I am happy I tried this, shall make it again.

    A few summer treats from my blog are here. Punjabi lassi is not only refreshing but loved by all. The cucumber lassi is ideal for all age group.

    Let’s make Imli ka Amlana:

    Ingredients:

    • 1/2 cup tamarind pulp
    • 8 teaspoon jaggery
    • 1/2 teaspoon pepper powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon black salt
    • 1 teaspoon roasted cumin powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
    • 2 cups water
    • mint leaves for garnishing

    Method:

    1. Soak tamarind for fifteen minutes and extract the pulp.
    2. Take all the powder and grind them to a fine powder.
    3. Add jaggery in tamarind pulp.
    4. Put the spice mix, add water, mix, chill it in refigerator.
    5. Garnish with mint leaf and serve

    Take a tip:

    • Sugar is usually added, but I have added jaggery. Brown sugar can also be used.
    • If you have ready tamarind powder, you can use it.
    • The jaggery that I used is of good quality, hence I did not strain it.
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    Imli ka Aamlana

    Imli ka Aamlana is a tasty, refreshing and digestive drink from Rajasthani cuisine. It is usually served with the Rajasthani platter.
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    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Soaking time 15 minutes
    Total Time 25 minutes
    Servings: 4 people
    Course: health drinks, summer drinks
    Cuisine: Indian, rajasthani,
    Ingredients Method

    Ingredients
      

    • 1/2 cup tamarind pulp
    • 8 teaspoon jaggery
    • 1/2 teaspoon pepper powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
    • 1 teaspoon roasted cumin powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon black salt
    • 2 cup water
    • 4 mint leaves (optional)

    Method
     

    1. Soak a small lemon sized ball of tamarind in water for fifteen minutes.
    2. Mix all the spices together, make a fine powder of it.
    3. Extract the pulp.
    4. Add tamarind and spice mix to it. Give a stir.
    5. Add water. Garnish with torn mint leaves.

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  • Guest Post Series- Sparkling Blueberry Lemonade

    Guest Post Series- Sparkling Blueberry Lemonade

    Sparkling Blueberry Lemonade is a refreshing drink to beat the heat. It is the second guest post that I am putting on my blog.
    Continuing with my guest post series, today I have Seema Doraiswamy Sriram of www.mildlyindian.com She is a good friend  and an avid  blogger. Welcome Seema to my little space, so glad to have you here. She has a blueberry lemonade from here repertoire, sounds so good, isn’t it ?

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  • Fab milkshake summer special

    Fab milkshake summer special

    It’s been sometime I have put any milkshake recipe here.  My recent creation is this Fab milkshake, a name which I have given to it. It has figs, banana and almonds in it, F is  for fig,  A for almond and B for banana, hence, the name. (more…)

  • How to make lemon iced tea

    How to make lemon iced tea

    Lemon Iced Tea is a refreshing drink to beat the heat. Make it easily at home in 10 minutes and enjoy.

    Summer and cool, refreshing drinks, go hand in hand. Well, there’s no end to being thirsty these days. Days are getting hotter. Tea is a beverage which we can enjoy as both hot and cold.

    The lemon tea is not only refreshing but also provides Vitamin C to the body. Thus, it is ideal to have it during summer. One can easily reduce the amount of sugar that goes into it.

    lemon iced tea
    lemon iced tea

    lemon iced tea
    lemon iced tea

    making of lemon iced tea
    making of lemon iced tea

    A few other summer drinks to relish are Cucumber lassi, refreshing watermelon juice, imli ka amlana

    Let’s get making Lemon Iced Tea

    Ingredients:

    • 2 cups water
    • 2 teaspoon tea powder
    • 2-3 tsp sugar
    • juice of one lemon
    • 2-3 mint leaves
    • ice cubes

    Method :

    • Boil two cups of water.
    • Add two teaspoon of tea powder and turn of the stove.
    • Keep closed with a lid for five minutes.
    • Strain it.
    • Add sugar and lime juice.
    • Garnish with mint leaves and ice cubes.

    Take a tip:

    • Do not boil the tea leaves.
    • Adjust sugar as per your need.
    • Honey may be added instead of sugar.

    lemon iced tea
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    How to make lemon iced tea

    Lemon iced tea is a refreshing and healthy drink for summer
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    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Total Time 10 minutes
    Servings: 2
    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: international
    Ingredients Method Notes

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 cups water
    • 2-3 teaspoon sugar
    • 2 teaspoon tea powder
    • 1 big lemon (juice)
    • 2 mint leaves
    • ice cubes

    Method
     

    1. Boil water.
    2. Add tea powder and switch off the stove.
    3. Keep it closed for five minutes.
    4. Strain, add sugar and lime juice to it.
    5. Garnish with mint leaves and ice cubes.

    Notes

    • Do not boil the tea leaves. It will taste bitter.
    • Adjust sugar to your taste.
    • Use only one ice cube, otherwise the tea may be diluted.

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    Lemon Iced Tea
    Lemon Iced Tea

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  • Virgin Mango Mojito

    Summer is the season to drink and try different kinds of combinations. From juices to smoothies, with addition of berries and melons we have numerous kinds. Mocktails are non alcoholic drinks served during parties. Today, I present to you, ” Virgin Mango Mojito”.

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  • How to make Kiwi Lemonade

    How to make Kiwi Lemonade

    Kiwi Lemonade is a refreshing summer drink.

    The harsh heat of April is unbearable. One needs to take a lot of fluids to keep hydrated. Fresh fruit juices are healthy and easy to make. This Kiwi lemonade is refreshing and ideal to beat the heat.

    Kiwi is another super food which is packed with anti oxidants and vitamin E. It is rich in Vitamin C and K. It also consists copper, potassium and folate. It is found to be good against heart disease and lowers the blood sugar level. It helps to fight against cancer. It is low calorie food with high nutririon. Thus, one needs to add a few of these in their diet.

    Kiwi is a fruit which has a mixed taste but it is awesome. The green pulpy fruit with crunchy black seeds is liked by kids. Do give a try to this lemonade,  we are enjoying it.

    A few tips to beat the heat:

    Drink adequate quantity of water, atleast two litres is needed during summer. Use seasonal fruits such as water melon and grapes. Buttermilk is an excellent source of nutrition.  Tender coconut water is very good for health. Avoid coffee. Fried  food is not suitable during this season.  Any other tips, do share in the comments section below.

    kiwi lemonade

    Kiwi lemonade

    Recipe Type: Juice
    Cuisine: Asian
    Author: Jayashree
    Prep time:
    Total time:
    Serves: 4
    A refreshing drink for summer

    Ingredients

    • 2 Kiwi
    • 1 lemon
    • 2 teaspoon sugar
    • 3 glass water
    • salt a pinch
    • 1/2 teaspoon pepper powder
    • a few  ice cubes

    Method :

    1. Remove the skin of kiwi and cut into quarters.
    2. Blend it to a puree.
    3. Add sugar, lime juice, salt pepper powder and water. Give a swirl.
    4. Kiwi lemonade is ready in a jiffy. Serve it with an ice cube.

    Take a tip :

    • It is ideal to use cold water if you have.

     

     

    Kiwi Lemonade

    Kiwi Lemonade is a refreshing summer drink. It is a twist to the usual lemonade we often make at home.
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    Course: appetisers, sumer drinks
    Cuisine: Indian
    Ingredients Method Notes

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 Kiwi
    • 1 lemon
    • 2 teaspoon sugar
    • 3 glass water
    • salt a pinch
    • 1/2 teaspoon pepper powder
    • a few ice cubes

    Method
     

    1. Remove the skin of kiwi and cut into quarters.
    2. Blend it to a puree.
    3. Add sugar, lime juice, salt, pepper powder and water. Give a swirl.
    4. Kiwi lemonade is ready in a jiffy. Pour it in glasses, add ice cube and serve.

    Notes

    You can use cold water too.

    Kiwi lemonade
    Kiwi lemonade

     

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  • Punjabi lassi / Sweet Lassi Recipe

    Punjabi lassi / Sweet Lassi Recipe

    Lassi is a popular Indian drink made using yoghurt. It is usually served sweet though salted version may be made. It is ideal drink during summer. Punjabi  lassi is very popular and tasty, second to nothing. Today, I present to you this version of  Punjabi Lassi.

    Benefits of lassi:

    • It is a coolant to the body.
    • It is ideal drink during summer.
    • It can be easily made at home. Less fat may be used in it.
    • It can be consumed by people of all ages.
    • It is a good source of probiotics.
    • It aids in digestion as it contains lactobacillus.

    Difference between buttermilk and lassi:

    Buttermilk and lassi is often confused. Technically, buttermilk is the residue that is left out after churning butter from cream. However, lassi is made using thick yoghurt. It is churned with a blender to make lassi. Lassi is usually thicker and has more fat content in it.  Buttermilk is thinner in consistency.  Lassi is more acidic than buttermilk. Spicy buttermilk is usually served after lunch in many states as Gujarat and Rajasthan.Lassi is from North India and usually served during breakfast.

    Punjabi Lassi

    Different Kind of Lassi :

    Over the years, I have recreated  different varieties of lassi during summer.  Cucumber lassi is spicy and I love it. Strawberry lassi is ideal to serve when you have a couple of berries at home.

    About the event:

    This is an old post which I have redone now. Sending this to our fortnightly event Foodies_Redoing Old Post 40,  we work on an old post together. Some posts written earlier need to be changed with better pictures, text or sometimes both. Thus, we as a group, work on one post every fortnight.

    Lets get to the recipe of Punjabi Lassi

    Ingredients :

    • Curds or yoghurt 250ml
    • Milk 100ml
    • Water 150ml
    • Sugar 3tsp
    • Cream 1tsp
    • Pistachois a few
    • Cardamom powder a pinch

    Method :

    Blend the curds  and cream with a blender or a churner. Add water, milk and sugar to it. Blend all ingredients together to get a lather. Pour it into a glass. Add cardamom powder, pistachois and cardamom powder to it. Serve immediately.

    Note: Add more sugar if needed.

    Punjabi Lassi

    Punjabi Lassi

    Punjabi Lassi is a flavoursome drink made from yoghurt. It is popular in North India. It is ideal drink during summer.
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    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: north indian
    Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

    Ingredients
      

    • 250 ml Curds or yoghurt
    • 100 ml Milk
    • 150 ml Water
    • 3 tsp Sugar
    • 1 tsp Cream
    • Pistachios a few
    • Cardamom powder a pinch

    Equipment

    • bowl
    • blender
    • glass
    • small spoon

    Method
     

    1. Blend the curds  and cream with a blender or a churner. Add water, milk and sugar to it. Blend all ingredients together to get a lather. Pour it into a glass. Add cardamom powder, pistachois and cardamom powder to it. Serve immediately.

    Notes

    Add more sugar if needed. 
    Cream may be avoided.

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  • Fruit punch

    Fruit punch

    Fruit punch is a tasty drink which can be served as an appetiser or at anytime of the day. It is refreshing  and healthy with natural goodness.With mangoes around, I love playing  with this amazing fruit. 

    Here is my version of fruit punch. This is refreshing , healthy and  blend of seasonal  mangoes with a few others, I have used it along with figs and grapes. The result was an amazing drink with the crunchiness of fig seeds.

    fruit punch
    fruit punch

    INGREDIENTS:
    • mango 2
    • fig 1
    • grapes handful
    • ice cubes
    • sugar (optional )
    • a pinch of salt

    TO MAKE  :

    Extract the pulp of mango. Blend all fruits together. Add ice cubes and serve immediately.

    fruit punch
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    Fruit Punch

    Fruit Punch is a refreshing drink to beat the heat.
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    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Total Time 10 minutes
    Course: cool drinks
    Ingredients Method

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 mango
    • 1 fig
    • 15 grapes
    • ice cubes
    • sugar optional
    • a pinch of salt

    Method
     

    1. Extract the pulp of mango. Blend all fruits together. Add ice cubes and serve immediately.

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