Nimbu Pani / Shikanji / Indian Limeade

Nimbu pani (shikanji or shikanjvi) is an Indian-style limeade (or lemonade) made with lime (or lemon), water, salt, sugar, and a few optional spices. This refreshing Indian lemonade is super easy to make and perfect for summer.

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Ingredients

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Ingredients 3-4 lime (or lemon) 4 glasses water 4 tablespoon sugar or as per taste ¾ teaspoon black salt ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon cumin powder optional ⅛ teaspoon ground pepper optional 4-5 mint leaves Ice cubes as needed

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Combine lime juice, water, sugar, salt, black salt, ground pepper, cumin powder, and mint leaves in a jug. Mix well.

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Taste and adjust the sugar as per your preference.

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Pour ice cubes in glasses and put the nimbu paani on top. Serve immediately.

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Alternatively, chill in the refrigerator and serve as needed.

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Visit easyindiancookbook.com for the full recipe

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