Jaljeera Recipe Kit Recipe

About this recipe

Experience the tangy and refreshing flavors of traditional Indian street food with our Jaljeera Recipe Kit. This kit includes all the essential ingredients like fresh mint leaves, ginger, green chilli, and jeera powder to create the perfect jaljeera drink. Follow our easy steps to blend, strain, and chill this zesty beverage, topped with crunchy salted boondi for an authentic touch. Ideal for hot summer days or as a digestive aid after meals, this kit brings the taste of India to your home. Order Now on the AnyFeast website or app and enjoy a cool, flavorful drink anytime!

Ingredients

• 350 g Cofresh Whole Green Chilli 350g
• - Asafoetida Bwfo Free Uk Mainland P&P
• 200 g Haldiram Boondi 200g
• 250G Ginger - 250g
• 60 Ml The Turmeric Co. Raw Turmeric & Ginger
• - Natco Kala Namak Indian Black Salt
• - Kirkland Signature Whole Black Peppercorn
• 100 G Trs Ground Cumin Jeera Powder
• 1 Kg White Granulated Sugar

Instructions

1. 1. Rinse the mint leaves thoroughly and pluck around one cup of fresh leaves.
2. 2. Peel and roughly chop 250g of raw turmeric and ginger.
3. 3. In a blender, combine the mint leaves, chopped turmeric and ginger, fresh green chilli, a pinch of asafoetida, and around 2 tablespoons of jeera powder.
4. 4. Add a few black peppercorns, black salt to taste, and two tablespoons of white sugar.
5. 5. Squeeze the juice of one lemon into the mixture.
6. 6. Blend everything until smooth, adding a bit of water if needed to facilitate blending.
7. 7. Strain the blended mixture into a large bowl or jug to remove any fibrous bits.
8. 8. Add about 4 cups of cold water to the strained mixture and stir well to combine.
9. 9. Chill the jaljeera in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
10. 10. Serve chilled with a handful of salted boondi sprinkled on top for added crunch.

How to make Jaljeera

1. Prepare the ingredients. Rinse the mint and pluck around one cup of fresh leaves, then peel and roughly chop 250g of raw turmeric and ginger.
2. Load the blender. Combine the mint, turmeric, ginger, green chilli, a pinch of asafoetida, around 2 tablespoons of jeera powder, a few black peppercorns, black salt, two tablespoons of white sugar and the juice of one lemon.
3. Blend and strain. Blend everything until smooth, adding a little water if needed, then strain into a large jug to remove any fibrous bits.
4. Dilute and chill. Stir in about 4 cups of cold water to combine, then chill the jaljeera in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
5. Serve chilled. Serve the jaljeera chilled with a handful of salted boondi sprinkled on top for added crunch.

Frequently asked questions

How much time does it take to make the Jaljeera?

The total time required is 20 minutes, including 10 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of cook time.

Can I make Jaljeera ahead of time and store it?

Yes, you can refrigerate Jaljeera for up to 2 days in an airtight container, but add boondi just before serving to keep it crunchy.

What can I serve Jaljeera with?

Jaljeera pairs well with Indian snacks like samosas, pakoras, or chaat.

Can I substitute an ingredient in the Jaljeera?

If you don't have raw turmeric, you can use turmeric powder, but fresh turmeric provides a more vibrant flavor.