By Ranita Ray
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An exotic guava chilli beverage is just the thing for a hot summer day. When combined with the spiciness of green chilli, red chilli powder, black salt, and lemon juice, this seasonal fruit produces a flavour that lingers on the tongue. Make a refreshingly hot drink with this simple guava-chilli recipe.
2 ripe guava (medium size) 1 slitted green chilli 3 to 4 tbsp lime juice 1/2 cup sugar 1 tsp pink salt 1 tsp red chilli powder 1/2 tsp black pepper powder ½ to 1 tsp roasted cumin powder 20 mint leaves, pureed 3-4 cups chilled water Ice cubes
Boil a cup of water. Chop the guava into tiny pieces and add it to the boiling water. Cook for 5–7 minutes until pieces are tender. To cool, put it aside.
After cooling everything, place the guavas in a blender and purée them until they are completely smooth.
Prepare a simple syrup by boiling the sugar in a quarter cup of water for three to four minutes. To cool, set aside.
Boil 1/4 cup water and cook the slit chilli for 3-4 minutes. Let the water sit for a while for the heat to permeate it.
Combine the guava puree, sugar syrup, chilli water, and the remaining ingredients in a large jug.
Stir in the ice cubes and cold water. Try it out and tweak the sweetness and flavourings as necessary.
Dip the glasses in lemon juice and then in a dish of red chilli powder to coat the edges. To serve, just pour the cooled spicy guava drink into glasses.