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Saunf Ka Sharbat, aka Variyali Sharbat, is a refreshing summer cool drink made of saunf (fennel seeds) and with aromatic flavours of cardamom powder. This soothing, refreshing drink has not only quench your thirst but also has many health benefits. The ingredients used in this recipe are good for your gut and digestion. Besides, it also relieves you from the heatstroke.
The main ingredient of this drink, saunf (fennel seed), has many health benefits. Saunf seeds are best known for their cooling properties, which also relieve bloating/gas issues. Black pepper is good for digestion, and mint and lemon juice have refreshing cooling properties, giving you a refreshing feel and keeping you cool. All in all, this drink is a must-have in summer. You can make a premix powder of this drink beforehand and add chilled water and lemon juice at the time of serving. Garnish with mint sprigs and beat the summer heat.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine Indian
Servings 2
Calories 152 kcal

Utensil and Tools

  • Borosil Glass Mixing Bowl
  • Wonderchef Nutri Blend
  • Pyrex Glass Measuring Cup
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Ingredients
  

For Powder

  • 4 tbsp Saunf (Fennel Seeds)
  • 2 tbsp Sugar
  • 4 Green Cardamom
  • ¼ tsp (12-15) Black Pepper

For Drink

  • 400 ml Water
  • 3 tbsp, heaped Ground powder
  • ½ tsp Black salt
  • 3 tbsp Honey (or as required )
  • 1 tbsp Lemon juice
  • 4 Lemon slices
  • 8-10 Mint leaves
  • 10-12 Ice cubes
  • Mint sprigs For garnishing

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Instructions
 

  • Add 4 tablespoons of saunf (fennel seeds), sugar, green cardamom and black pepper to a grinder. Grind them to a smooth, fine powder.
  • Take a big mixing bowl or a pitcher. Add water, 3 heaped tablespoons of ground powder, lemon juice, black salt and honey. Mix it well and strain the mixture.
  • Take a glass and add lemon slices and a few mint leaves. Muddle it for a few seconds.
  • Add some ice cubes to the glass and pour the strained drink into the glass.
  • Garnish it with a lemon slice and mint sprig.
  • Enjoy the refreshing drink chilled.

Note:

  • You can store this premix saunf powder in an airtight glass container for a month. You can make this drink with milk instead of water and any sweetener of your choice.

Nutrition

Calories: 152kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 603mgPotassium: 179mgFiber: 4gSugar: 32gVitamin A: 182IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 103mgIron: 2mg
Keyword saunf ka sharbat, sharbat, summer drink
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