Jal-jeera (Cumin Mango Lemonade)
Jal-jeera is an Indian drink built around toasty cumin, and this single-glass version takes about a minute to mix. Green mango powder gives a dry, sharp sourness, while black salt adds a faint sulfurous savor that sets it apart from ordinary lemonade. Mint paste brings a cool, green note. Because it is mixed straight into soda water, the drink stays light and sparkling, and it suits a hot afternoon.
Instructions
Grind the mint leaves to a smooth paste, then measure out a quarter teaspoon of it.
Put the cumin powder, green mango powder, black salt, mint paste and lemon juice into a tall glass.
Pour in the plain soda water and stir until the spices are spread through the drink and no clumps of paste remain.
Serve the jal-jeera straight away, while the soda is still fizzing.
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