By Vidushi Singh
Stay cool and hydrated this summer with Khus Khus Sharbat. Made with the delightful combination of poppy seeds, cardamom, and rose water in this refreshing beverage.
2 tbsp khus khus (poppy seeds) 4 cups water 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 tsp cardamom powder 1 tbsp rose water Ice cubes Fresh mint leaves for garnishr
In a bowl, add 1 cup water and soak the poppy seeds for about an hour.
When they are moist transfer them in a blender. Blend until it’s smooth.
Take a pan and combine the 3 cups of water and sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
Reduce the heat to low and add the khus khus paste to the saucepan. Stir well to combine.
Let the mixture cool to room temperature. Strain the mixture and stir in cardamom powder & rose water.
Refrigerate the Sharbat. Serve chilled garnished with mint leaves! Enjoy.