You can make this gluten-free ladoo, a round ball of melt in the mouth magic called Besan Laddu or plain Besan Unde. Simple pantry ingredients make this sweet a divine offering to the Gods! Served in a traditional meal as a sweet or as a dessert, a delicacy made with Bengal Gram flour you cannot stop eating just one!
If you are looking out for popular and healthier summer coolers then you have stumbled upon the right spot. I am currently on a mission to beat the heat with some traditional and healthy summer coolers.
Hello, and welcome to The Mad Scientist’s Kitchen, Reinventing the Foodie in you! If you want an easy and yet healthy drink to beat the heat the read on. I urge you to subscribe to our newsletter so that you get all our posts. We will not spam you, promise and the subscribe link is below or on the sidebar too.
Summer has always driven man towards thirst and no drink quenches as well as water. But still you need a drink that is refreshing and rehydrating and tasty. If you want some delicious options then consider Jal Jeera, a popular North Indian beverage that can be made easily and quickly.
In northern India summertime, you will vendors set up a stall of big huge mud pots serving Jal Jeera. Though the taste is awesome here I will recommend that from hygiene point of view make at home. This Jeera water is recommended as it aids digestion and it cools. Mint and coriander are considered cooling agents.
So what are you waiting for let get down to making Jal Jeera? It is not difficult and even you have never tried it before you can make it easily with my instructions. If you are wondering how to make it without mint and lemon then my recipe is perfect for you! I have the same issues.
My Jal Jeera is brown in colour as I have used tamarind as my souring agent. To get a lovely green colour use dry mango powder and lemons as your souring agent.
Summer is a good time for Jal Jeera. You need something to cool you down. When you need a thirst quencher that is not sweet switch to Jal Jeera.
If you have guests who request something simple. Make Jal Jeera it can be made in a jiffy.
You have had a very heavy meal then sip some Jal jeera. The gassy, booted feeling will ease off as all the ingredients in the recipe aid digestion.
To make Jal Jeera though fresh mint is best you can also use dry mint powder. The taste will be similar. My recipe uses minimum mint and lemon for we too are in the same boat.
Of course the commercially available powders are cashing in on the fact that you can make the dry powder and store. To make the Homemade Dry Jal Jeera powder take 4 teaspoon dry mint, 2 teaspoon roasted cumin seeds, 2 teaspoon roasted fennel seeds, 1 teaspoon citric acid, 2 teaspoon black salt, 2 teaspoon sugar,1 teaspoon dry mango powder. You can add a pinch of asafoetida and 1/2 teaspoon pepper powder too ( I do not add). Mix well and store in an airtight container. Use a dry spoon to get the powder out.
No, the ready Jal Jeera does not last for more than a day. Since the mint and coriander leaves are used you will find it bitter after some time. Do not freeze it too just discard it.
Disclaimer: Please note these are approximate nutrition figures. You are requested to confirm with a qualified Dietitian.
If you try this recipe then please either
Ramya says
OO .. I love this one! Feels heavenly to have one glass of this after having a heavy meal!
Premalatha Aravindhan says
Thats really a yummy delight,luks fab…
Hamaree Rasoi says
Very refreshing and delicious looking Jal Jeera.
Deepa
Hamaree Rasoi
Sayantani says
generally make this with store bought jeera powder. this one is so unique. bookmarked.
Priya Sreeram says
ooh la la; the first shot is simply sizzling;love this summer special drink !
Gayathri NG says
Looks very refreshing n healthy drink…
Akila says
Wow that was really refreshing dear
Raksha says
Love it at any time.
Thanks for voting 🙂
Sobha Shyam says
sure healthy n refreshing drink dear..
Priya dharshini says
Luv this jeera drink…perfect for the season
Kaveri Venkatesh says
Nice recipe…You can't escape sweating in Chennai too…it's really hot and sweaty
RAKS KITCHEN says
Yumm! Perfect for the summer! Lovely click and tempts a lot!
Priya says
Super refreshing drink..
Kitchen Flavours says
Wow….chilled jal jeera…perfect to refresh the senses….
Spice up the Curry says
very refreshing drink
cookingvarieties says
hi the mad, wow, i was scrolling down to look at your recipe- thought it might be iced tea with lemon and mint…ha ha
great idea
have a nice day
Padhu says
Refreshing drink!
Parita says
My favorite!
Torviewtoronto says
delicious looking drink wonderfully done
Rajani says
Jal jeera is such a refreshing drink! It’s an amalgam of different tastes!
ArchanaPotdar says
Thank you.
Ritu says
Jaljeera is such a drink that is loved all the time… be it any season. Though due to its cooling effects, it’s preferred in summers. Noted down your jaljeera powder recipe. Will try today only as my family wants to get it every alternate day. I keep it stored in syrup form.
ArchanaPotdar says
😀 I like the idea of syrup, Ritu. Will be easy to mix.
Srivalli Jetti says
The new layout looks very nice and neat Archana. I love Jal Jeera and have one post coming up too..This drink is surely a must to make during this season!
ArchanaPotdar says
😀 Thanks, Valli.
Sandhya Ramakrishnan says
Going back to our roots and making these coolers are the best for summer. Nothing can beat the flavor of these classic recipes and they are the best thirst quenchers. The boondi on top was the winner for my son. he enjoyed it saying it feels like he is drinking the pani ouri water. Thanks for the recipe.
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Sandhya for trying and I am glad your son liked it.
Radha says
Love it! the taste of jal jeera is so comforting and we love to have it often. This is an excellent recipe.
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Radha.
Harini Rupanagudi says
Wow! This is such a refreshing beverage in the summer months. Frankly I have always used the readymade jal jeera powder but making it at home sounds too easy to pass. Shall try it soon.
ArchanaPotdar says
😀 thanks, Harini.
NARMADHA says
Jal Jeera is such a refreshing and perfect coolant for summer. So comforting and would love to have with a lot of boondi on the top.
ArchanaPotdar says
😀 me too.
Shobha Keshwani says
This is a very traditional drink loved by one and all. It is good for digestion also. Love it specially in summer. I never add fennel seeds. Will try doing that next time.
ArchanaPotdar says
😀
Mayuri Patel says
Wow Archana my favourite drink made at home! I always thought that jal jeera is made with a ready made store bought powder. You have proved me wrong with this delicious looking and healthy home made version. This recipe is a keeper, definitely trying it out.
ArchanaPotdar says
😀 Thanks, Mayuri.
Preethicuisine says
Jal Jeera is one of my most favourite drink. Your recipe is so quick and easy to make. Your recipe is a keeper. Will try your recipe. Beautiful clicks.
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Preethi.
Priya Vj says
Ooo la la la !! I love Jaljeera and I am going to try your version with Tamarind water. I can have jaljeera anytime !
ArchanaPotdar says
😀 Thanks.
Chef Mireille says
What a spicy drink – totally different than what we get in the west. I remember I tried this many years ago at an Indian restaurant, but haven’t had it since. I think it’s time I try it again soon!
ArchanaPotdar says
Mir Jal jeera is not spicy at all. You can however adjust the spice levels.