Name: Refreshing Indian Gooseberry (Amla) Drink
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 500 gm Indian Gooseberries (amla); 1 cup Sugar; 2 tbsp Cumin Seeds (roasted); 1/2 cup Mint Leaves; 1/2 tsp Salt (black, or regular salt to taste)

Refreshing Indian Gooseberry (Amla) Drink

35 minutes

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Indian

About Refreshing Indian Gooseberry (Amla) Drink

Quench your thirst with a burst of vibrant flavor! This refreshing Indian Gooseberry (Amla) drink is packed with Vitamin C and offers a delightful sweet, salty, and subtly tart taste that's perfect any time of day.

Made with simple ingredients like fresh gooseberries, a touch of sugar, roasted cumin, and a hint of mint, this easy-to-make beverage is a family favorite. Kids and adults alike will adore this healthy and delicious drink.

Discover a delightful way to enjoy the numerous health benefits of amla. This vibrant drink is more than just a thirst quencher; it's a delicious step towards a healthier you.

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Recipe Time & More

Prep20

Cook15

Total35

Calories155 kcal

Serves

Served AsBeverages Breakfast Brunch Lunch Snacks

Recipe TasteAstringent Salty Savoury Sweet

Ingredients

For the Amla Paste

▢ 500 gm Indian Gooseberries amla
▢ 1 cup Sugar
▢ 2 tbsp Cumin Seeds roasted
▢ 1/2 cup Mint Leaves
▢ 1/2 tsp Salt black, or regular salt to taste

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Instructions

Boil the Indian gooseberries (amla) until softened. This helps release their vibrant flavor and makes them easier to blend.
Once the gooseberries are cool enough to handle, carefully remove the seeds. Discard the seeds.
In a blender or food processor, combine the deseeded gooseberries, sugar, roasted cumin seeds, mint leaves, and black salt. Blend until a smooth paste forms.
To serve, add 2 teaspoons of the amla paste to a small glass. Fill the glass with water. Stir well until the paste is fully dissolved and enjoy!

Recipe Notes

Good To Know

This amla paste can be frozen and used to make refreshing drinks whenever you like, especially during the summer.
For a tangy twist, add a few fresh mint leaves while blending the amla for a cooling effect and refreshing aroma.
For a vegan or low-calorie version, replace sugar with coconut sugar, jaggery, or stevia.
Make a sparkling party beverage by topping the amla drink with chilled soda water and a lemon slice.

Expert Tips

Adjust the sweetness and water content to your liking depending on how tart or sweet you prefer your drink.
Amla can be slightly bitter, so start with a smaller amount and gradually increase until you find the perfect balance for your taste.
If you don't have fresh amla, you can use amla powder, but adjust the quantity as needed and strain the mixture well to remove any fibrous residue.