Finally sun and summer, time for ice cream, cold drinks and swimming! When I was little there wasn't much soda and juice served, as you know there are many hot days in India and shikanji is a beloved cooler in the heat.
It's easy to make, without preservatives and artificial E-substances, but yes, enough with sugar. If you want a light version, you can use fructose or stevia. The recipes make two servings.
MITHI SHIKANJI // Sweet lemonade drink
1 lemon
4-6 tablespoons sugar
5 dl water
Ice cubes as desired
Procedure:
- Squeeze the juice from the lemon and add sugar.
- Whisk this together for 2-3 minutes and add water. Mix well and serve cold.
NAMKIN SHIKANJI // Salty lemonade drink
1 lemon
5 dl water
2 tablespoons sugar
½ teaspoon salt
maybe a pinch of ground pepper
Procedure:
Squeeze the juice from the lemon and add sugar.
Whisk this together for 2-3 minutes, add water, salt (and pepper). Mix well and serve cold
