Nimbu Pani Lemonade Recipe

Beat the heat with this refreshing Nimbu Pani Lemonade, a traditional Indian summer drink! Sailu's Kitchen inspired this vibrant recipe, bursting with Vitamin C and zesty lemon flavor. Learn how to make this simple yet incredibly satisfying beverage, perfect for quenching your thirst. We'll explore variations with cardamom, chaat masala, or jaljeera powder for an extra kick. Get ready for a taste of India!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 66.8 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ingredients for Nimbu Pani Lemonade

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How to Make Nimbu Pani Lemonade

  1. Prepare the sugar syrup: In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and ⅔ cup of sugar (or brown sugar). Simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.
  2. Cool the syrup: Remove from heat and let the sugar syrup cool completely.
  3. Juice the lemons: Juice 9-10 lemons (or about 1 cup of lemon juice). Strain the juice to remove any seeds.
  4. Enhance the flavor (optional): For a deeper lemon flavor, add the squeezed lemon pulp to the prepared lemonade. Let it sit for about an hour, then strain before serving.
  5. Combine ingredients: In a large pitcher, combine 10 cups of cold water, the cooled sugar syrup, and the strained lemon juice.
  6. Add salt: Stir in 1 teaspoon of salt.
  7. Adjust taste: Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more sugar syrup or tartness by adding more lemon juice as needed.
  8. Serve: Pour over ice in tall glasses. Garnish with a lemon wedge and a sprinkle of your favorite variation (cardamom, chaat masala, or jaljeera powder) if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

58g

Fat

0g

Carbs

6g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Nimbu Pani Lemonade?

Nimbu Pani Lemonade takes about 35 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Nimbu Pani Lemonade?

Nimbu Pani Lemonade has approximately 66.8 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Nimbu Pani Lemonade?

The key ingredients for Nimbu Pani Lemonade are Water, Sugar, Lemons, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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