31 May 2016

KHAJURI JALJEERA/ DATE JALJEERA


With the sun beating down on us we are all looking for drinks to help cool down. But wouldn't it be great if we were able to indulge on these drinks without worrying about the calories? Yes, this is just another one of those wonderfully refreshing summer drinks! Using the freshness of mint and lemons and combining it with just the right amount of spices and replacing the sugar with invigorating dates makes this an almost guilt free energizing drink this summer!


Ingredients:


Whole Black Peppers, 1 tsp
Whole Cumin, 1 tbsp
Fresh Mint Leaves, handful
Limes/Lemons, 4
Black Salt, 1 tbsp
Salt to taste
Dates, 8-10
Ice, 6-8 cubes or as desired

Procedure:


1. Dry roast the black pepper and cumin seeds on low heat till fragrant.




2. Remove them from the pan and let it cool completely.



3. Put some water in a pan and bring it to a boil. Take the dates and remove their seeds. 



4. Once the water comes to a boil add in the dates. We want them to be completely soft. Leave them in there for 8-10 minutes. 


5. In a mixer jar add in the roasted cumin seeds and black pepper.


6. Add in the salt and black salt.


7. Next add in the mint leaves and the dates.



8. Add in the lime juice and the softened dates and blend it into a smooth paste.




9. Take a large pitcher and add in the ice cubes. Add in the prepared paste and top it up with water. Sample some at this stage and adjust the taste to suit your palate. Mix well and serve it in tall glasses.







Disclaimer: This recipe is inspired and complied off similar recipes across the internet. 


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