sharbat-e sekanjabin (mint and cucumber cooler)
(2 ratings)
Sharbat (juice made from fresh fruit, rose petals or fresh sweet vegetables) is popular throughout India and neighboring regions. This version of Sharbat, called Mint and Cucumber Cooler, makes use of of the cooling effects of fresh mint and cool cucumbers, and it produces a refreshing cold drink to enjoy on a hot summer day.....or any day you like.
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(2 ratings)
yield
serving(s)
prep time
10 Min
cook time
5 Min
method
Stove Top
Ingredients For sharbat-e sekanjabin (mint and cucumber cooler)
- SEKANJABIN (MINTY SUGAR SYRUP) - ENOUGH FOR 4 TO 5 DRINKS
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1/4 cupwater
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1/2 cupgranulated sugar
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2 Tbspwhite wine vinegar
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1 to 2 sprigfresh mint leaves (depending on how minty you want it)
- FOR EACH COOLER:
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2 Tbspsekanjabin (minty sugar syrup)
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1/2 cupcold water
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1/4 cupice cubes
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3 Tbspgrated cucumber
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1 or 2lime slices
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1 sprigfresh mint leaves
How To Make sharbat-e sekanjabin (mint and cucumber cooler)
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1TO MAKE THE SUGAR SYRUP Add water and sugar to a medium saucepan over medium heat, and stir until thickened and just about ready to boil.
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2Add the vinegar, and continue to stir until the sugar is fully dissolved and the syrup starts to boil again.
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3Reduce heat to low. Add the mint and let mixture simmer for 10 minutes or until it thickens to a syrup and feels sticky. Let cool completely.
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4FOR EACH MINT-CUCUMBER COOLER: Place 2 Tablespoons of the minty sugar syrup into a tall glass. Add 1/2 cup cold water and 1/4 cup ice cubes to the glass. Stir in 3 Tbsp grated cucumber until well blended. Garnish with a slice of lime and a sprig of fresh mint. Serve immediately, chilled.
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