Name: Refreshing Indian Black Plum Lemonade (Naaval Palam)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 15 Indian Plums (jamun, naaval palam, ripe, approximately 1 cup pitted, black); 1 cup Water (for blending); 2 Lemons (juiced); 4 tbsp Sugar (adjust to taste); 6 leaves Mint Leaves (for garnish, fresh); 4 cup Water (for diluting); 1 cup Ice (for serving)

Refreshing Indian Black Plum Lemonade (Naaval Palam)

20 minutes

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About Refreshing Indian Black Plum Lemonade (Naaval Palam)

Experience the unique taste of summer with this vibrant Indian Black Plum Lemonade! Made with seasonal Naaval Palam (also known as Jamun), this refreshing beverage combines the sweet, tangy, and slightly astringent notes of the black plums with the zest of lemon and the coolness of mint. It's the perfect thirst-quencher for hot days.

Previously, I shared a simple juice recipe, but this lemonade takes the flavor profile to a whole new level. The perfectly balanced sweet and tart flavors are incredibly refreshing, and the subtle astringency of the black plums adds a delightful complexity.

This recipe is easy to follow and uses readily available ingredients. Be sure to chill the lemonade thoroughly for the best taste – it enhances the freshness and prevents any bitterness. Let's capture the essence of summer in a glass!

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Recipe Time & More

Prep10

Cook10

Total20

Calories43 kcal

Serves

Served AsBeverages

Recipe TasteSour Sweet Tangy

Ingredients

For the Black Plum Puree:

▢ 15 Indian Plums jamun, naaval palam, ripe, approximately 1 cup pitted, black
▢ 1 cup Water for blending

For the Lemonade:

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Instructions

Prepare the Black Plum Puree

Wash and pit 15 ripe Indian black plums. Roughly chop them.
Combine the chopped plums and 1 cup of water in a blender.
Blend until completely smooth.

Make the Lemonade

Strain the plum puree through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a large pitcher. Discard the solids.
Add the juice of 2 lemons, 4 tablespoons of sugar, and 4 cups of water to the pitcher.
Stir well to combine and dissolve the sugar.
Taste and adjust the sweetness as needed.

Serve

Add ice to glasses. Pour the lemonade over the ice.
garnish with fresh mint leaves.
Serve immediately and enjoy!

Recipe Notes

Expert Tips for the Best Indian Black Plum Lemonade:

For a sweeter lemonade, use a sugar substitute like agave nectar or honey.
If your black plums are not very ripe, add a pinch of salt to balance the tartness.
To enhance the mint flavor, gently muddle the mint leaves before adding them to the pitcher.
For a sparkling version, add chilled sparkling water instead of regular water.