The spring festival of Holi brings in freshness in the air. All through the day, people indulge in merrymaking, relish on melt-in-the-mouth sweets and enjoy having thandai that is mixed with Bhang. Since eating pakoras and vadas made of bhang and drinking thandai made of bhang is a tradition that is followed since ages, people do not miss out their part of the drink. However, if you want to try out something different, very unconventional for Holi, then make Jaljeera. A refreshing drink, Jaljeera tastes good and contains no bhang at all! Therefore, you do not have to worry about the after effects of bhang, while relishing on jaljeera. Here in this article, we have provided the easy recipe for Jaljeera.
Jaljeera Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp Dry Cumin Seeds, roasted and ground
- 2 tbsp Mint Leaves Paste
- 1/2 tsp Cilantro Leaves Paste
- 1 tbsp Dried Mango Powder (Amchur)
- 1/2 tsp Black Salt (also known as Rock Salt)
- 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
- Pinch Sugar
- 5 cups Cold Water
- 2 tbsp Mint Leaves (for garnishing)
Method
- In a bowl mix all of the above ingredients except the water and mix well.
- Add the cold water.
- Garnish with mint leaves.
