Shikanji / Nimbu Pani (Indian Spiced Lemonade)
Shikanji or Nimbu Pani (which translates to “lemon water”) is an Indian spiced and salted lemonade or limeade. This thirst-quenching drink is easy to make and perfect for hot summer days, leaving you absolutely refreshed.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 38kcal
Ingredients
- 4 cups filtered water cold or room temperature
- 6 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon or lime juice (about 2 to 3 lemons or 3 to 4 limes)
- ¼ cup sugar or more as desired
- 1 teaspoon chaat masala
- ½ to 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Combine the water, lemon/lime juice, sugar and seasonings in a bowl or pitcher and stir until the sugar dissolves. Taste and adjust seasoning (e.g. sugar and salt) if desired.
- Add ice cubes to glasses and pour shikanji over the ice. Garnish with sprigs of mint and serve.
Notes
- Store for a few days in the refrigerator without ice, as it will dilute the mixture. Make sure to give it a good stir before serving, as some of the spices will settle at the bottom over time.
- Want something even more refreshing? Freeze the mixture into popsicles!
- Prefer a more effervescent drink? Use club soda or soda water in place of the regular filtered water.
Nutrition
Calories: 38kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Sodium: 237mg | Potassium: 19mg | Sugar: 9g
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