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Jeera Water (Cumin Water)
Ingredients
- ½ teaspoon Jeera (organic cumin seeds)
- 1¼ cups water
Steps
How to Make Jeera Water
- Use a non-reactive pot or pan to bring the water to a gentle boil.
- If desired, crush the cumin seeds with a rolling pin or a mortar and pestle to release flavour and volatile oils. They do not need to become a fine powder.
- Put the seeds in the water and bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Lower the flame and simmer for 5 minutes. Increase to a slightly higher heat to bring it back to a boil, then turn off.
- Keep it covered as it cools to warm.
- Set a strainer over a cup or pitcher, strain the jeera water and serve warm or at room temperature.
- For a larger batch for the day, use the same steps to boil 10 grams of cumin seeds in 1250 ml water. Strain and enjoy.