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Gur Ka Sharbat

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About

It is basically a traditional drink or refreshing beverage recipe prepared with jaggery and a combination of spices. Basically, before the inception of sugar-based drinks, jaggery juice or gur ka sharbat was generally offered to quench the summer’s thirst. The concentrate is generally prepared and stored in a dry place and the juice is prepared by mixing chilled water with a choice of herbs and spices as toppings. However, due to other fancy options, it has lost its place and importance to its sugar-based alternatives. Apart from the refreshing and quenching, it is also known for its health benefits and fast dehydration relief. The sweetness in jaggery is not processed like sugar which is bleached with huge amounts of harmful chemicals. These drinks may satisfy temporarily, but may eventually cause sugar-related problems. Whereas, jaggery is known for its potassium and iron-rich properties which would actually help to quench the thirst and help dehydration by releasing a huge amount of fruit glucose.

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Step-by-step

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Firstly, in a saucepan take 1 liter of water and ½ bunch pudina.
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Boil for 5 minutes or until the flavor of mint is infused in water.
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Add 2 cups of jaggery and mix until the jaggery melts.
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Boil for 10 minutes or until the jaggery syrup thickens slightly.
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Further, add 1 tsp cumin powder, ½ tsp pepper powder, 1 tsp kala namak, and 1 tsp aamchur.
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Boil for a minute or until the flavors are infused.
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Cool completely, and transfer to the jar.
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To prepare the sharbat, in a large bowl take 1 liter of chilled water.
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Add 3 tbsp prepared jaggery sharbat syrup.
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Also, add soaked sabja seeds and mix well.
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Transfer the sharbat into a tall glass with some ice cubes.
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Finally, Gur Ka Sharbat Recipe is ready to enjoy.Jaggery Juice

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FAQ

It is basically a refreshing beverage drink recipe made with jaggery, chilled water, a combination of spices and basil seeds. It is basically a healthy and nutrient-rich alternative to the sugar-based lemonade or cola drinks.
It is basically a type of sweetener made with natural ingredients like sugarcane juice or with date palm sap. Also, it has a distinct dark color with more flavors in it compared to the white flavorless sugar crystals. It is primarily a key ingredient in Indian or South Asian cuisine.
Gur ka sharbat is certainly a healthy and nutrient-rich option when compared to the sugar-based lemonade or cola’s. It is basically prepared with natural ingredients without any chemical source to bleach or produce. Yet it is rich in glucose and hence it should be served or consumed in moderation.
Well you may use other sweeteners like sugar, sweetener or honey. However, it would not be termed as gur ka sharbat and more importantly not healthy neither contain the same flavor and taste.
The concentrate can be certainly made in advance and stored in a glass bottle. To prepare the sharbat, you have to just mix the liquid with chilled water which only takes a few minutes to prepare.
The concentrate can be stored easily for 3-4 months in an airtight glass bottle. Once it is mixed with water, it has to be consumed immediately without any shelf life to it.
The recipe for the concentrate does contain a sufficient amount of spice in it. However, you may add more spices to make it extra spicy or as per your choice and preference.
Technically it should be alright to consume the gur ka sharbat by diabetes patients, as it contains lower glycemic index compared to white sugar. Yet, it is better to consume after a doctor consultation if you have any sugar or other medical conditions.
The concentrate is stored in an airtight glass jar and can easily last long for 3-4 months in the refrigerator. Basically, a small amount of concentrate is mixed with chilled water for consumption.

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Notes

  • Firstly, adjust the amount of jaggery syrup depending on the sweetness you prefer.
  • Also, you can add lemon juice to have sourness to the sharbat.
  • Additionally, adding mint leaves makes sharbat refreshing.
  • Finally, Gur Ka Sharbat Recipe stays good for a month.
Original recipe by Hebbar’s Kitchen: https://hebbarskitchen.com/gur-ka-sharbat-recipe-jaggery-juice/