Hibiscus Drink

Hibiscus are remedy for PMS problems, cholesterol and blood pressure maintenance and quite simple to make yet satisfying. 

Category : gluten free,  fat free, Vegan

Preparation Time : 5 min.
cooking time : 10 min.

Skill level : easy

Ingredients:
10-12 hibiscus flowers, petals only (only red basic one), cleaned thoroughly
zest of 1 lemon
1/2 c water + 3/4 c
sugar as needed

1. boil hibiscus in 12 c  water till water is reduced to 1/4 c
2. turn the heat off
3. add zest and let it cool down.
4. filter and add desired amount of sugar
5. add water or club soda when serving.
Serve chilled.

Rice

Mango rice

Methi rice

Lemon rice

Coconut Rice

Mexican Cilantro Rice

Lemon Rice

Category :Vegan,  low fat, gluten free,
Preparation Time : 5 min.

Cooking Time: 15 Min.

Skill level : easy

Ingredients :

1 ts oil
1 tbs chanadal

1 tbs urad dal
1 tbs Peanuts
1 ts mustard seeds

3-4 red chilies
10-12 curry leaves
1 ts turmeric
1/4 ts asafoetida
1 onion sliced
2 c cooked and cooled sona masoori or non fragrant rice
salt as needed
2 tbs lemon juice

1. In a wok heat oil at low heat and roast chanadal.
2. When its light brown add urad dal, peanuts and mustard seeds
3. After 1 min. add  chilies, asafoetida and turmeric
4. When dals are golden brown add curry leaves and onions
5. When onion is translucent, add salt
6. Add rice and lemon, mix gently.

Methi rice

Category :Vegan,  low fat, gluten free,
Preparation Time : 5 min.

Cooking Time: 25 Min.

Skill level : easy

Ingredients :

1 ts oil
1 tbs chanadal

1 tbs urad dal
1 ts mustard seeds
1 tbs cashews

3-4 red chili
10-12 curry leaves
1/2 ts turmeric
1 onion sliced
1/4 ts asafoetida
1 c methi leaves(fenugreek)
2 c cooked and cooled sona masoori or non fragrant rice
salt as needed

1. In a wok heat oil at low heat and roast chanadal.
2. when its light brown add urad dal and mustard seeds
3. after 1 min. add cashews, chilies
4. when its light brown add curry leaves, asafoetida, turmeric and onions
5. when onion is translucent, add methi leaves and salt
6.let it cook for 10-15 min. at medium flame.
7. sprinkle some water if needed
8. add rice and mix gently.

Mango rice

Category :Vegan,  low fat, gluten free,
Preparation Time : 5 min.

Cooking Time: 15 Min.

Skill level : easy

Ingredients :

1 ts oil
1 tbs chanadal

1 tbs urad dal
1 ts mustard seeds
1 tbs cashews

3-4 red chili
10-12 curry leaves
1/2 ts turmeric
1/4 ts asafoetida
1 onion sliced
1 raw sour mango
2 c cooked and cooled sona masoori or non fragrant rice
salt as needed

1. In a wok heat oil at low heat and roast chanadal.
2. when its light brown add urad dal and mustard seeds
3. after 1 min. add cashews, chilies
4. when its light brown add curry leaves, turmeric, asafoetida and onions
5. when onion is translucent, add mango and salt
6. add rice and mix gently.

Peanut noodles

Category :Vegan, gluten free, Healthy fat

Preparation Time : 10 min.

Cooking Time: nil

Skill level : easy

Ingredients:
1 ts peanut oil
1/2 c cabbage finely cut
3/4 c carrots, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, red cabbage   julienned
1/4 onion sliced(optional)
1 c boiled noodles
6 tbs peanut dressing
salt if needed

Garnish :
salted chopped peanuts
lemon wedge
cilantro

1. heat oil in a wok.
2. cook vegetables for 5 min, on high heat keep the ingredients tossing not to let it stick.
3.turn the heat low.
4. Toss everything together very gently.
5. garnish and serve.
3.Garnish and serve.

Peanut Butter

Category : gluten free,  healthy fat, Vegetarian

Preparation Time : 5 min.

Skill level : easy

Ingredients:
1 c peanuts salted roasted
1 ts agave syrup
oil or water as needed

Blend peanuts with agave in to fine paste.  If needed add oil to crush or water (then you need to use it within a few days)

keep refrigerated.

Flavored Water

Rainbow water

Flavored waters for JULY 4th- Red, White and Blue

Flavored water gives you calorie free satisfaction of having a cool drink, at same time it saves your body from dehydration.  It flushes toxins out of the body and helps you loose weight.

Category : gluten free,  calorie free, Vegetarian

Preparation Time : 5 min.

Skill level : easy

1. Fill a jug with chilled water.
2. Add other ingredients.
3. Cover the lid.
4. Refrigerate and serve after 2 hour.

(1) Mint Orange : Digestive aid 
1/2 c mint
1/2 c orange slices
8 c water

(2)Geranium Rose:  This one is very refreshing and my favorite and very helpful against hormonal imbalance and good during periods to lift mood.
1 c geranium rose leaves
8 c water

(3)Saffron cardamom : Antidepressant, antioxidant
1 ts saffron
2 ts cardamom seeds
8 c water

(4)Lime Mint: Digestive
1/2 c mint
1/2 c lime slices
8 c  water

(5)Mango Mint: Relieves sun stroke
1/2 c mint
1/2 c Raw Mango slices
8 c water

(6)Lemon Lime : Refreshing
1/2 c Lemon slices
1/2 c lime slices
8 c water

(7)Rose: Romantic
1 c Rose petals center removed and washed
8 c water

(8)Jasmine: calming
1 c jasmine flowers washed
8 c water

(9)Lemongrass: fresh
1 c lemongrass cut in 1"
8 c water

(10)Mili juli: fresh
1/4 c orange slices
1/4 c pomegranate seeds
1/2 c pineapple
8 c water

(11)Apple: warm, winter
1 c sliced apple
2-3 sticks cinnamon
2-3 clove
1 star anise
8 c  warm water

(12)Fennel: This one gives fight to sun stroke
1/4 c fennel seeds
1/4 c lemon slice
8 c chilled water
1. crush fennel seeds little bit in mortar pestle
2. soak fennel seeds  overnight
3. filter fennel seeds out and add lemon
4. chill and enjoy.

(13)Watermelon: cooling
1 c watermelon
1/4 c mint
8 c water

(14)Rosemary lime:
1/4 c sliced lime
3/4 c Rosemary
8 c water

(15)Americana(red, white and blue)
1/4 c blueberry
1/2 c strawberry
1/4 c lychee
8 c water

(16)
1/2 c apple
1/2 c orange
8 c water

(17)
1 c raspberries
8 c water

(18)wedding, red black
1/2 c raspberries
1/2 c blackberries
8 c  water

(19)
1 c blackberries
8 c water

(20)Halloween
1/2 c tangerine or orange sliced
1/2 c blackberries
8 c water

(21)winter
1/2 c oranges, sliced
3 star anise
8 c water

(22)
2-3 sprigs Rosemary, washed
5-6 garlic
8 c water

(23)
5-6 sprigs thyme
1/2 c lemon slices
8 c water

(24)

10 slices ginger

1/4 c mint

1/4 c lemon slices

8 c water

(25)

3/4 c peach slices

1 red jalapeño sliced

8 c  water

(26)
1/2 c cucumber
slices of 2 lime
1/4 c mint

8 c water 

(27)This one will protect against many disease
1/4 c neem leaves
1/4 c neem flowers
8 c warm water
* serve warm or room temperature

(28)This one will protect against excess heating in the body.
1/2 c black grapes
1 ts coriander seeds
1 ts fennel seeds
8c water

(29)
1/2 c lemon basil
8 c water

(30)Aloha- Remedy for gynecological problems

8 dried or fresh roselle (hibiscus sabdariffa) flowers
8 c water

(31)
1/2 c lavender cleaned and washed 
(Make a sachet with cheese cloth and fill it with lavender and close it.
8 c  water

(32)
1 c cantaloupe
8 c water

(33)
1 c mix melon balls(like honey dew, cantaloupe, watermelon...)
8 c water

(34)
1/2 c sliced banana
1/2 c sliced pink guava
8 c water

(35)
1/2 c Pomegranate
1/2 c lemon
8 c  water

(36)
1/2 c Pomegranate
1/2 c orange
8 c water

(37)

1 c holy basil

8 c water 

(38)

1 tbs sliced ginger

10 cardamom 

8 c water

(39)very berry

1/4 c raspberries 

1/4 c sliced strawberries 

1/4 c blueberries

1/4 c blackberries 

8 c water

(40)cooling

Tie 1 tbs fennel seeds in a cheese cloth and put it in 8 c water

(41) 

1 cara cara orange, sliced

8 c water

(42)

1 blood orange, sliced

1 lime, sliced

8 c water

(43)

1/2 c kiwi slices

1/2 c mango slices

8 c water

(44)

1 c sliced figs

8 c water

(45)

1/2 c cucumber 

1/2 c banana

8 c water

(46) boosts memory and supports nervous  system, anti-depressant 
1/2 c butterfly blue pea flowers
1/2 c bhrahmi leaves
8 c chilled water

(47)calming, cooling
1 any size sandalwood piece
8 c water
(we can reuse sandalwood piece again and again.)

(48)calming, helps reduce stress and helps recovery from emotional trauma
2" bunch of vetiver (khas)
8 c water

(49)cooling
1 c black seedless grapes, halved
8 c water

(50)
1/2 c black seedless grapes, halved
1 tangerine sliced
8 c water

(51) This nice brown color water has woody aroma 
1 ts coffee beans
2" cinnamon
8 c water

(52)
1/2 c kumquats
1/4 c sweet basil sprigs
8 c water

(53)
1 c cherries, pit removed
8 c water

(54)Cough remedy
1 ts carom seeds tied in a cheese cloth
1/2 c holy basil
8 c warm water 
*Serve warm or room temperature. 

(55) 
1 c orange blossoms
8 c water

Flavored Yogurt drink- lassi

In the hot summer this drink feels absolutely great. It eases down sun stroke effect and gives instant relief to hot and exhausted soul.

For making Yogurt drink (Lassi) :

Category : gluten free,  low fat, Vegetarian

Preparation Time : 5 min.

Skill level : easy

Ingredients:
1 c chilled yogurt
1 tbs desired flavored Drink powder (given bellow)
sugar if more desired

1. Blend it.
2. If you want to serve to guests or want to make it rich add one scoop of similar flavored ice cream

Thandai drink mix
Saffron Drink powder
Pistachio Drink Powder
Rose Drink powder
Fennel Drink powder
Cashew Fig Drink powder
Vanilla Cashew Drink Powder
Pecan Praline Drink Powder
Date Almond Drink powder
Strawberry Malai Drink powder
Mexican Mocha Drink powder
Caramelized Cashew Drink powder


More Lassi:
Rajwadi lassi
Very different mango lassi