Name: Refreshing Rajasthani Imli Sharbat: Tamarind Drink Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 1 cup Tamarind Paste (alternatively, use 1/2 cup tamarind pulp); 2 cup Water (for soaking and straining tamarind); 1/2 cup Jaggery (or to taste, adjust to your preference); 1 tsp Salt (kala namak, black); 1 tsp Cumin Seeds (roasted and ground); 1/2 tsp Himalayan Salt (pink); 4 Ice Cubes (optional)

Refreshing Rajasthani Imli Sharbat: Tamarind Drink Recipe

10 minutes

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About Refreshing Rajasthani Imli Sharbat: Tamarind Drink Recipe

Beat the heat with this authentic Rajasthani Imli Sharbat, a cooling tamarind drink perfect for scorching summers. This traditional beverage boasts a tangy, sweet, and subtly spiced flavor profile, thanks to the harmonious blend of tamarind, jaggery, and aromatic spices.

The star ingredient, tamarind, offers not only a unique taste but also potential digestive benefits. Combined with the sweetness of jaggery and a touch of black salt, this drink is both refreshing and potentially soothing.

Easy to make and incredibly satisfying, this Imli Sharbat recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking a taste of Rajasthan's culinary heritage. Enjoy it chilled for the ultimate summer refreshment!

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Recipe Time & More

Prep10

Total10

Calories86 kcal

Serves

Served AsBeverages

Recipe TasteSalty Savoury Sour Sweet Tangy

Ingredients

Tamarind Preparation

▢ 1 cup Tamarind Paste alternatively, use 1/2 cup tamarind pulp
▢ 2 cup Water for soaking and straining tamarind

Sweetener and Spices

▢ 1/2 cup Jaggery or to taste, adjust to your preference
▢ 1 tsp Salt kala namak, black
▢ 1 tsp Cumin Seeds roasted and ground
▢ 1/2 tsp Himalayan Salt pink

Serving

▢ 4 Ice Cubes optional

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Instructions

Prepare the Tamarind

Soak the tamarind paste in 2 cups of water for at least 15 minutes to soften.
Strain the tamarind mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any seeds or pulp.

Combine Ingredients

In a bowl or pitcher, combine the strained tamarind water, jaggery, black salt, and Himalayan pink salt.
Stir well to ensure the jaggery dissolves completely.
Add the roasted and ground cumin powder and mix thoroughly.

Serve and Enjoy

Pour the Imli Sharbat into glasses filled with ice cubes (optional).
Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing taste of Rajasthan!

Recipe Notes

Expert Tips for the Perfect Imli Sharbat

For a smoother texture, blend the tamarind mixture briefly after straining.
Adjust the amount of jaggery according to your sweetness preference. You can also use sugar instead of jaggery.
To enhance the flavor, add a pinch of chili powder for a subtle kick.
For a more intense tamarind flavor, use more tamarind paste. Alternatively, you can use tamarind concentrate.