Persian seed sharbat; purchase food-grade clean seeds. A homestyle take on a drink from Iran, made with easy-to-find ingredients. Makes 2 glasses in about 22 minutes.
Sharbat-e Khakshir with Lime
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ tbsp (12.0 g)food-grade khakshir seeds, rinsed
- 1 ¾ cups (420.0 ml)filtered water
- 3.0 tbsp (38.0 g)granulated sugar
- 1.0 tbsp (18.0 ml)fresh lime juice, for the main
- 1.0 cup (140.0 g)ice cubes
- 1 ½ tbsp (20.0 ml)fresh lime juice, for the creative addition
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Instructions
- Use commercially cleaned, food-grade food-grade khakshir seeds, rinsed. Rinse repeatedly and remove grit according to supplier directions.
- Dissolve sugar in warm water, then cool the syrup completely.
- Combine with cleaned seeds and lime juice; mix well so the seeds remain suspended.
- For this original lime adaptation, add 20 ml fresh lime juice to the prepared base and stir or blend until evenly dispersed; if it is a spice or chopped solid, hydrate, infuse or melt it in the warm phase, then strain if necessary.
- Pour over ice into two glasses; sip carefully and stir between sips.
Tips
- Perishables must not sit at room temperature longer than 2 hours, or 1 hour above 90°F (32°C).
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Recipe FAQ
How long does it take to make sharbat-e khakshir with lime?
Plan on 12 minutes of prep, plus 10 minutes to chill. The recipe makes 2 glasses.
How should I store sharbat-e khakshir with lime?
Serve immediately; dairy drinks: refrigerate at or below 40°F / 4°C if not serving.
Can I make sharbat-e khakshir with lime ahead?
Best made just before serving. Serve immediately; dairy drinks: refrigerate at or below 40°F / 4°C if not serving.
Is this recipe vegan?
Yes, as written. Check that packaged ingredients such as chocolate, sprinkles and plant butter are labeled vegan.
Estimated · per serving
Nutrition
Per serving = 1 of 2 servings this recipe makes.
Whole recipe (2 servings): ~158 cal · 0g fat · 42g carbs · 0g protein · 39g sugar
Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.
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