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Saunf ka Sherbet

Chef Jasjit Kaur Darpan, 09 Apr, 2026
  • Saunf ka Sherbet

Ingredients: 

For the Premix: 

4 tablespoons fennel seeds (saunf) 
4 green cardamoms 
3 tablespoons crystallized sugar, mishri 
1 teaspoon black pepper 

For one glass of sherbet: 

1-2 tablespoons saunf premix, adjust to taste 
1-2 teaspoons lemon juice 
Black salt, to taste 
Chilled water 

Directions: 

1. Make the Premix: Add fennel seeds, green cardamoms, mishri, and black pepper to a coffee grinder or spice mill. Grind into a fine powder. Your saunf premix is ready. 
2. Prepare the Sherbet: In a glass, add lemon juice and black salt. Add 1-2 tablespoons of the saunf premix, as per your preference. Pour in chilled water and mix well until everything is combined. 
3. Stir well and enjoy this refreshing, cooling summer drink. 

 

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