Tamarind Sharbat

Quench your thirst with the irresistible tang of Tamarind Sharbat, a traditional Indian summer cooler that combines sweet, tangy, and savory notes in every sip. Crafted with tamarind pulp, jaggery, and aromatic spices like roasted cumin, black salt, and chaat masala, this refreshing drink is enhanced with the cooling essence of fresh mint leaves. Perfectly balanced and naturally hydrating, this quick recipe is ready in just 15 minutes and makes a delightful drink for any warm afternoon or festive gathering. Serve it chilled over ice and enjoy the unique flavor profile of this timeless beverage.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons Tamarind pulp
• 4 cups Water
• 3 tablespoons Jaggery (or brown sugar)
• 0.5 teaspoons Black salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Roasted cumin powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Chaat masala
• 8 leaves Mint leaves
• 10 pieces Ice cubes

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, add 4 tablespoons of tamarind pulp and 1 cup of water. Simmer on medium heat for 5 minutes until the tamarind softens and dissolves in the water.

Step 2

Let the tamarind mixture cool, then strain it through a fine sieve to remove any seeds or fibers. Reserve the tamarind concentrate.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl or pitcher, combine the tamarind concentrate with 3 tablespoons of jaggery (or brown sugar). Stir until the jaggery dissolves completely.

Step 4

Add the remaining 3 cups of water to the mixture and stir well.

Step 5

Season the sharbat by adding 0.5 teaspoons of black salt, 0.5 teaspoons of roasted cumin powder, and 0.5 teaspoons of chaat masala. Adjust the spices and sweetness according to your taste.

Step 6

Lightly crush 8 mint leaves and add them to the sharbat for a refreshing flavor.

Step 7

Refrigerate the sharbat for 30 minutes to chill, or serve immediately over a glass filled with ice cubes.

Step 8

Garnish with a sprig of mint, if desired, and enjoy your homemade tamarind sharbat!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1365.9 grams (1365.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	300

Total Fat 0.90g	1%
Saturated Fat 0.10g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1143mg	50%
Total Carbohydrate 76.50g	28%
Dietary Fiber 4.00g	14%
Total Sugars 65.10g
Protein 2.40g	5%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 159mg	12%
Iron 5mg	25%
Potassium 432mg	9%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2.5%

Protein: 3.0%

Carbs: 94.5%