Jaljeera

Ingredients

• Water – 4 Cups
• Fresh Mint Leaves – 1 Cup
• Fresh Coriander Leaves – 1/2 Cup
• Roasted Cumin Powder – 2 Teaspoons                          
• Black Salt – 1 1/2 Teaspoons
• Tamarind Pulp – 2 Tablespoons
• Lemon Juice – 2 Tablespoons
• Ginger – 1 Inch Piece
• Green Chilli – 1 Small
• Chaat Masala – 1 Teaspoon
• Black Pepper Powder – 1/2 Teaspoon
• Salt – 1/2 Teaspoon
• Sugar – 1 Teaspoon
• Boondi – 1/2 Cup
• Ice Cubes – As Required

Method

• Add mint leaves, coriander leaves, ginger, green chilli, tamarind pulp, and a little water to a blender.
• Blend the ingredients into a smooth paste.
• Transfer the paste to a large jug and add the remaining water.
• Add roasted cumin powder, black salt, chaat masala, black pepper powder, salt, sugar, and lemon juice.
• Mix everything thoroughly until well combined.
• Strain the mixture if a smoother consistency is preferred.
• Refrigerate the jaljeera for at least 30 minutes before serving.
• Pour into glasses, add boondi and ice cubes, and serve chilled.

Prep Time – 10 mins.                Cook Time – 5 mins.              Total Time – 15 mins.