If you also want to taste the recipe of the winners of 'Thanda Sharbat' in Grihalakshmi Super Chef Contest, then take a look below and make Sharbat at home in an easy way.
Hibiscus Sharbat Recipe
Hibiscus Sharbat is an Ayurvedic drink, which has been prepared by Vineeta Jain in her own special way. So let's know its recipe.
Material: 8-10 hibiscus flowers, 2 cups hot water, 1 pinch edible camphor, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 8-10 mint leaves, ½ tsp black salt, ½ tsp black pepper powder, ice cubes.
Method: Put hibiscus flowers in hot water and keep it for 10-15 minutes. When the water turns red, take out the flowers and filter them. Add edible camphor in it and mix it well. Now add lemon juice, black salt and black pepper. Add mint leaves, lightly crushed to taste. Add ice and serve chilled Vinita Jain.
Vineeta Jain
Aparajita flower syrup
This Aparajita Phool Sharbat recipe by Purnima Paras Rajpurohit is a very refreshing and natural drink, which cools the body.
Material: 8-10 Aparajita flowers, 2 cups water, 1-2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp soaked sabja seeds, ice.
Method: Soak Aparajita flowers in 2 cups of hot water for 5-10 minutes. When the color of the water turns blue, remove the flowers, filter the water and let it cool. Mix honey in cold water and mix well. Now add lemon juice. Finally add soaked sabja seeds. Add ice and serve chilled.
Purnima Paras Rajpurohit
shikanjibean
Chetna Puri's Shikanjibeen is a unique and rich flavored recipe in which the combination of rose leaves and mild spices makes it very special.
Material: 2 tbsp rose leaves, 2-3 tbsp powdered sugar, 8-10 soaked cashew nuts, ½ tsp black pepper powder, ½ tsp dry ginger powder, juice of ½ lemon, 2 cups cold water, ice cubes.
Method: Add rose leaves, powdered sugar, black pepper, dry ginger powder and soaked cashew nuts in the mixer. Prepare a smooth paste by adding a little cold water. Take out this paste in a jug and add the remaining cold water and mix well. Now add lemon juice to it and stir lightly. Add ice to the glass and pour this prepared shikanji sherbet on top. Serve chilled and enjoy the freshness.
Chetna Puri
FAQ
Is it safe for health to drink Hibiscus flower syrup?
Yes, red hibiscus flowers are rich in antioxidants, vitamin C and minerals; It is completely safe and effective for controlling blood pressure and removing excess heat from the body.
Why does the color change when lemon is added to Aparajita flower syrup?
Aparajita flowers contain a natural pigment called 'anthocyanin', which changes color from blue to bright purple when it comes in contact with acidic substances such as lemon juice.
Is it safe to add camphor in sherbet?
Keep in mind that only a pinch of 'Bhimseni edible camphor' is added to the sherbet; Never use chemical camphor for worship.
What is the purpose of adding soaked cashew nuts in shikanjibean sherbet?
Grinding and mixing soaked cashews gives the sherbet a thick, creamy and royal texture, which combined with the fragrance of rose makes it extremely tasty and energizing.
Why should one drink basil seeds syrup in summer?
Sabja seeds calm the stomach acid, provide instant coolness to the body and prevent dehydration.