Description
An anti-heatstroke drink loved on Indian streets, adding water, sugar, cumin, and black salt to freshly squeezed lemon juice.
Restaurants serving Nimbu Pani
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The Recipe section below is a general reference, not a recipe from the listed shops.
Recipe
Ingredients
- Lemon juice
- Water
- Sugar
- Black salt
- Cumin powder
- Mint leaves
- Ice
Instructions
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice into a glass.
- Add water, sugar, black salt, and roasted cumin powder; stir well.
- Float ice, garnish with mint leaves if desired to finish.
Learn more Spice, substitutes, tips
Key spices
Black salt、Cumin powder
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
Regular salt (sub when black salt is unavailable, though flavor changes)
Pairing
Street foods in general、Pani Puri
Trivia
[Hardcore] 'Nimbu' means lemon, 'Pani' means water. The unique sulfur-like aroma of black salt and earthy cumin create an exotic refreshment completely different from Japanese lemonade.
Eating tips & etiquette
[Unique Eating] Under the midsummer sun, gulp down the cold glass made on the spot by a stall uncle while standing!
Allergen
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