Basil Seeds Drink: A Delicious and Nutritious Way to Stay Hydrated
Drinks from basil seeds drink are hugely popular nowadays in Asian cuisines. Basil seeds or chia seeds with their special taste and many medicinal properties are popular for making cooling beverages and nutrients to keep the body cool
Ingredients
- 1 basil seeds (sabja/tukmaria)
- ½ cup of water (to soak)
- 1 cup of ice water (in the drink)
- 2 Lemon Juice (or as desired)
- 3 ugar (or natural sweetener such as honey)
- Fresh mint or slices of fruits for garnish.
Instructions
- Soak the Basil Seeds:Mix 1 tablespoon of basil seeds in a bowl and add 12 cup of water.Soak the seeds for around 30 minutes until they swell and gelleath.
- Prepare the Sweetener:In a small saucepan, bring sugar (or honey) and 12 cup of water to low simmer.Blend until the sugar dissolves. Let it cool down.
- Combine Ingredients:Put the soaked basil seeds in a highball glass.Add in the cool sweetener and lemon juice.Pour in 1 cup of ice water and mix.
- Serve:Add fresh mint leaves or fruits slices, if you like.Refrigerate to have an easy drink!
