Peach Lemonade (peachy lemonade) | Refreshing Peach Lemonade





Here is an easy peach lemonade to refresh you on sunny days when you just need some yummy drinks to cool you off, I can have this all day long and I promise you as soon as you  take a sip you will be one happy person !

This is my must have drink to beat the heat in Dubai !

 

 To make 4 large glasses :
2 large yellow peaches peeled and cut
3 medium size lemons, juiced (remove the rind from 2 lemons)
6 tbs sugar or more it just depends on your taste
a pinch salt
Ice cubes to fill the pitcher
Water/ Peach fizz/ Soda to fill the glass

Start by boiling the peaches with the lemon rind and sugar with 3 cups water.

 

 Make sure you boil it on a medium flame, stir in between.

You will notice a syrup forming in about 5/7 min and the water will be reduced to about 1/1/2 cups.
 Strain the peaches not leaving any of the peachy goodness. Allow to cool for about 10 min.

 Once cooled add the syrup to your pitcher and fill with ice. Pour in the lemon juice and fill with soda, any flavoured fizz or water. I always like adding lemon slices in each glass for my guests, they look and taste all the more great like that.
That's it guys ! Drink away !

 

 

This was my glass of yummy peach lemonade to make me a very happy girl !

Easy Thai Ice Tea Recipe | Thai Tea Recipe

This is one of my favourite drinks to have during summer and I make it at least once a week to cool me and hubby off, and I always make a bit extra and  freeze it so I can have Thai Ice Tea Slush which is another one of my fav.

I prefer making the ice tea from scratch and not the store brought tea blend.
After trying out different versions of Thai tea I prefer this recipe and I stick to it.

Note : This is how I do it, it maybe not the authentic recipe, but it tastes exactly like you get it Thai restaurants.

Here's the easy recipe for the perfect Thai Ice Tea in your own kitchen.

                                                 

         Don't you love the pretty swirls !!

 

 In 3 cups water add in some lemon grass, 1 cinnamon stick, few cardamom pods crushed and star anaise. Boil for 5 min.

 

 After 5 min add in 1 tsp of strong tea leaves, you can add more if you like it strong.

 

 Boil for 2/3 min max then add in 2/3 tbs sugar or adjust to your taste.
Now allow it to rest for an hour. By doing this you slowly infuse the tea flavour and you do not end up with overly bitter tea concentrate.

 

 Strain the mix and pout into a tall glass filled with ice, do not pour it completely.

 

Just about more than half a glass, the colour has to be a deep sunset golden.

 

 Now add in a little condensed milk.

 

And last add in evaporated milk, you can also add in regular milk but for the real Thai Ice Tea experience you need evaporated milk.

Check out the beautiful swirls then mix in with your straw and sip away.

Now your done, do try it out you guys !

Avacado Smoothie (Vietnamese Drink Recipe ) | Sin To Bo Recipe

I love smoothies and I'm always trying out new flavours as it is such a quick and delicious way to keep you full and happy !!

My favourite smoothie/shake before trying out this yummy avocado smoothie used to be strawberry banana and orange, but seriously after I got a taste of this rich and creamy smoothie I got hooked and guess what this is the 3rd time I'm making it in 2 weeks so so sooo good.

 

Somehow I never end up posting drink recipes but I just had to post  this mind blowing avocado shake/smoothie. The actual name of this drink is Sin To Bo and it is a very popular Vietnamese drink.

 

You can add soy milk if you want to skip diary and also skip the condensed milk and add honey, but I say try it just the way it is supposed to be made. What say?

 

Here's the yummy recipe you guys !

Oh ya ! 

 

All you need for 2 medium size glasses

A very ripe avocado

Sweetened condensed milk (more or less to your taste)

Ice 1 glass

Milk 1 glass

A tiny bit coconut milk (optional)

 

 

All you need to do is blend everything till smooth and creamy and you are done. You can add less milk if you want the smoothie to be thick.

 

                                  
There you go, so simple and totally sinful !

Punjabi Lassi Patiala | Indian Yogurt Smoothie | Sweet Lassi

Punjabi Lassi aka Lassi Patiala is one drink which is rich and creamy and actually cools your tummy after a heavy Punjabi Lunch.

In short it is a Creamy Yogurt Smoothie mixed with cardamom.So so good !!

Authentic Punjabi Lassi a big fail is you do not use full cream yogurt and the right balance of sugar and salt.So give it a taste before serving and adjust the sugar and salt for a perfect mix.

The famous Punjabi Sweet Lassi Recipe is below

 For 2 glasses of Punjabi Lassi Patiala

1 glass full cream thick yogurt
1 glass full cream milk
3 Cardamom pods crushed
6 tsp Sugar or more to your taste
1/2 tsp Salt
few icecubes
1/2 tsp chaat masala to garnish

Blend everything except the chaat masala and pour into a serving glass.
Sprinkle with chaat masala and extra cream(optional).

If you are serving this for a party you can top the Lassi with some Pistachios for some added colour and crunch.Pomegranate can also be added,but i skip it.

Bottoms up you all !

Cucumber and Mint Lassi | Refreshing Cucumber Lassi | Cucumber and Yogurt

There are many recipes for Cool and Tasty Cucumber Lassi perfect for summer and finally i made my own version.
The first time i tasted this was at my friend Nandinis place,it was refreshing and i loved it.

I plan to make this again when I'm grilling fish or chicken and serve it as a drink appetiser for my next dinner party.Cool ha !

In many food shows i have seen Cucumber Soups and also Salted Cucumber Drinks mostly served as appetisers,it was on my to do list and finally i give it a shot.

So keeping all this in mind here is the recipe for Refreshing Cucumber (Kheera) Lassi
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Savoury and Sweet it was perfect

Recipe for Sweet / Salty Minty Cucumber Lassi
For 2 glasses

1 cucumber chopped (do not remove the skin)
1 cup yogurt(i use skimmed)
roasted cumin  less than 1/2 tsp
pepper corn 1
black salt 1 pinch
sugar 1/2 tsp
salt 1/2 tsp
crushed ice
mint 2/4 leaves

Lightly crush the cumin and pepper corn,keep this spice mix aside for now.
Blend the cucumber,mint,black salt,regular salt and sugar,then strain it.
Now blend the ice cubes,yogurt with the strained cucumber mix,add in the spice mix.
Make sure to taste before you serve,adjust the salt and sugar to your taste.
Now serve your Cucumber Lassi chilled and sip away !

oh ya it did cool me down

Funky Looking Mocktails (electric shock mocktail) | Neyon Coloured Mocktails

This is one super funky and Crazy looking Mocktail which you will love.

It has that Neyon colour feel to it and if you are in the mood for something electric then give it a shot.

Try it for your next party and it will be a hit,i promise you that.

p.s. - please don't hate on me bartenders.i know this recipe seems ridiculous,but it tasted great.

do give it a try some day !

raspberry flavor syrup or grenadene

Sprite or 7up mixed with 1 tsp lemon juice

blue gatorade or any blue drink mix

flutes or any glass of your choice

Lets start mixing -

fill your glass with few ice cubes and pour some grenadene at the bottom of your glass

then add in the blue gatorade,pour it slowly

finally pour the sprite mix on top

stir with a cute cocktail stirr stick before drinking

So there your Funky Mocktail is ready,have a sip !

Angoori Raita Recipe | Grapes in Yogurt Dip | Angoor ka Raita

Tasty Angoor Raita (grapes in yogurt)

For Angoor Raita its best to use black grapes.If you want to go more fancy you can also add in pomegranate too,the dip then looks stunning and you have 2 wonderful flavours in one dish.
I skipped it today,but i insist you add it when you try this recipe.

Usually this Raita(dip) is served when you have something spicy so it cuts down the spice.This is also used as a dip for crisps,soup sticks,tortilla chips and even as a spread for Kathi rolls and other rolls.Just make sure you chop the grapes very fine when you make it as a spread.

For this dip you need

black grapes 1/2 cup cup cut in half

organic yogurt 1 cup

 - i used Rachels Yogurt,try some today,you will thank me

Spices

roasted and crushed cumin and coriander seeds 1 tsp

salt to taste

sugar to taste

chili flakes small pinch

chaat masala 1/2 tsp

chopped green chili 1

coriander leaves for garnish

mint leaves 1/2 cut very fine

mix everything together and arrange the grapes on top

then garnish with coriander leaves and your done !

How to make Paani Puri | Gol Gappe for Ramadan | Best Paani Puri / Poori Recipe

Being a mumbai girl i love chaats and Paani Puri is my favourite of them all.

I decided to make some and promised myself that i will make everything from scratch,although making the puris made me a bit nervous thinking if the puris will puff up or no.

They did,once the nervous feeling went,some how the vibes get into the cooking so never be scared of trying anything new ..

In the end i felt really proud,and i couldn't stop talking about it,i know silly me.

you got to make it,its super fun !

 Serve it in short glasses filled with the spicy water and stuffed puris on top..

These are the - Common stuffing's used in paani puris
boiled potatoes -sprouted moong steamed with salt ~ boondi soaked in water and squeezed~black channa(boiled with salt) ~ mini peas(boiled with salt and turmeric) ~boiled and mashed white peas.

For the spicy/sweet water
1 cup mint leaves
2 chilies or more to your taste
3 tbs tamarind paste
3 tbs lemon juice
1 tsp black salt
1 tsp salt or more
1 tsp ginger powder
1 pinch hing
1 tbs roasted cumin pwd
1 tsp sugar
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
4 cups water or more its all to your taste..grind all this and strain..and chill until serving..

For the chutneys - My Sweet Chutney Recipe and My Green Chutney Recipe


I managed only getting this for the puris,keeping safety in mind i dont wana risk anything while deep frying..

1/4 cup flour,use all purpose only -3/4 cup semolina - water as you knead the dough - salt 1 tsp
Follow the same recipe and i promise you perfect puris..knead the dough and keep covered for 10 min
then all you do is roll out and with a cutter and make circles and all you do is fry them till light brown.
Cover the dough so it wont dry out when you make the puris...

We had steamed sprouted moong as the topping..Loved it..



Jal-jeera Indian Mocktail | Homemade Jal-jeera | Indian Lemonade with Spices |

Most Indians prefer having a Jal-jeera along with their spicy meals,the sweet and spicy combo of Jal-jeera helps digest the food and keeps your tummy cool,all in all it is a really Awesome Mocktail to have.

It is Minty - Sweet - Salty with a hint of spice.Totally yum !

I had a friend visit me for lunch and i made this for her,when your girl friend is home you got to jazz up your glass so i made it look cute..and you all know i adore "cute".

Here's the recipe for a Indian Style Mocktail which is also served as a Drink Appetiser in most restaurants.

For Homemade Jal-jeera (restaurant style)

Start with the spice mix each 1 tsp each -

ginger pwd -cumin pwd -black salt -mint leaves -lime juice- mango pwd - salt -pinch sugar

      

 In a jar crush the mint leaves with the spices add water and chill in the fridge for an hour..

Before using strain it..

t.ip-plz chill before serving,it helps the drink get a great kick..

 Mocktails must have a great presentation too so jazz up your glass before serving..

dip the glass rims in water and then dip in a bowl with brown and white sugar..

See how pretty they look,as you take a sip of the spice water you get a sweet taste from the rims..

In Margaritas we rim with salt here we use sugar..So damn simple.



Indian Mocktails are full of wonderful flavours and they have an edgy taste.

If you wish to serve a unique drink appetiser then impress your guests with this drink.They will love it.

How To : Onion And Tomato Chutney Recipe

This is a very basic chutney which is mostly served along with curd and rice and it can also be used as a masala base for a spicy curry...If you fancy a smooth texture grind the mixture adding little water..Here's the quick and easy recipe for onion tomato chutney...

the more spicy the more yummy

you need
baby onions(shallots)
tomato(seeds removed)
ginger/garlic chopped fine
green chili chopped fine
curry leaf
spices- -red chili pwd,turmeric pwd,corriander pwd,garam masala 1 pinch and hing
to temper --mustard seeds,fennel seeds,cumin seeds,fenugreek seeds and few pepper corns

To start first temper the oil with the whole spices,then add in the ginger-garlic and onions
cook the onions till translucent and add in the spice pwds,cook on a low for 5 min and add 1 tsp sugar
the sugar will balance the flavours so dont skip it,then add the tomato-salt  and cook on a low heat till the oil separates..
You can grind it to a paste or leave it chunky like this..



looks ok?



Sesame Seeds And Coconut Chutney - Seasme Seeds Dip

I was so bored to make the usual chutney with medu vadas that i tried out this amazing new chutney recipe,saw it on a cooking show a few days back and i'm glad i did...

 Start by grinding coconut-green chili-ginger-salt,roasted sesame seeds,pinch sugar and a bit of yogurt,once thats done transfer to your serving bowl..

make a tempering of mustard seeds,curry leaf hing and 2/3 cashews(optional)
pour over the prepared chutney and relish it with any kind of vada !

If you want you can skip the coconut and only make Sesame Seeds Chutney in the same manner..Its really healthy and the nutty taste tastes amazing and is great as a dip !

do give it a try !

How to make Coffee Caramel Frappe | Caramel Frappe | Coffee Caramel Drink

Making this is easier going to Starbucks or Mcdonalds,i make  these as an evening treat for me and Biju aka The Hubby.Trust me this recipe is the bomb so give it a try...your gona love it !

Start by blending 1/2 cup milk,half cup ice,4/5 tbs diluted coffee,sugar to taste and 2 spoons of vanilla ice cream and 2 tbs of  caramel syrup..blend everything till smooth.

then pour in a tall glass and top with whipped cream and drizzle some caramel syrup on top !

Now your done !

  Ohh ya one small thing (something very important) ~ don't forget the straw !


its so easy right?



How to make an Energy Power Drink? | Mango Yogurt Smoothie | Special Dry Fruit Smoothie

This is my Special Mango Lassi with pistachio and tutti fruity, it  tastes more like a dessert in a glass,and is thick and creamy...So serve this on special days and impress your guests...I mostly drink this sitting with Biju lazing on my couch,my Fav special time with my special boy...

Check out my Recipe by clicking the link !
Mango Dry Fruit Smoothie video



i always love toppings on my lassi

 

mmmmmmmm

Apple And Strawberry Smoothie Recipe (Breakfast In A Glass)

This is a super yummy smoothie with peanut butter,fruits and chocolate to make you feel like your having dessert,that too in the morning..cool right ...Do try it...

CLICK THE LINK TO SEE ME MAKING IT>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2chNcG11nV8

Coconut Frappuccino Recipe | Frappuccino with Coconut |

Extra Special Frappiccino Recipe with Coconut is really easy to make in your own kitchen,

My recipe is super tasty as i add in 1 or 2  Ferraro Refallo to give a slight hint of almond and coconut flavour.It tastes heavenly.

So so so good,better than any coffee shop for sure.

This Frappuccino with Ferraro Reffallo is sure to impress! Give it a try now !



love it

 Watch my video on how to make it and also the ingredients

Easy homemade Coconut Frappuccino 

take a sip




you may add some chocolate syrup on top if you want,but i give that a skip

Indian Herbal Tea - Tasty Masala Chai

I love masala chai,actully who dosent right.Mostly masala tea has,cardamom,cinnamon and ginger but this
recipe has a few other ingredients to make it all the more yummy ! Take a look below !

WATCH MY COOKING VIDEO BY CLICKING THE LINK>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Y9hfEnwsuQ&context=C3b76173ADOEgsToPDskIkAI5_IR-0TcBSjiZHSbeO

Cold Coffee with Nutella | Nutella Ice Coffee | Nutella Drink Recipes

This is an Easy Ice / Cold Coffee Recipe.

I skipped the ice as i had a cold, but adding lots of ice is a must for this drink!

Adding Nutella is optional but the hazelnut and coffee together brings out a great flavour so i say do not skip it.

Try this yummy Frothy Coffee recipe today,you will love it !

Watch my video for the detailed recipe

Ice Coffee Drink

Rose Lassi | Strawberry and Rose Lassi | Yogurt Smoothie with Rose and Strawberry

Strawberry and Rose in a drink is a Heavenly Match,this combo can also be blended with milk for a smoothie.Lassi is a yogurt based drink so today we shall make it with low fat plain yogurt.

The combination of Yogurt and Rose cools your body and the Strawberry will Nourish you.
So try this healthy drink when you feel tired and low.It will cheer you up instantly.

You can also try this in any dessert for a totally new flavour.

So check out my easy Lassi with Rosewater and Strawberry...Your gonna love it..Try it some day !

Watch my You tube video to see how i make it and also for the ingredient's
Strawberry and Rose Smoothie / Lassi

Exotic Coffee Recipe | Romantic Coffee Drink | Exotic Drink Recipes

The Perfect Lovers Drink

Exotic Spiced Coffee

This Exotic Coffee Drink lives up to its name,the aroma and taste is really unusual which gives it that Exotic touch to any Coffee !



It is a must have on Late Nights or Date Night when you just wanna feel cosy and warm.

If you need to impress your Date / Husband / Boyfriend then try this Drink.So basically it is a Romantic Drink with a blend of Exotic Spices

This Coffee has a mix of Arabic and Indian Influence and is made on cold nights.

Enough talking,just check out the recipe.You need to try it !

                     Do watch me make it by clicking the link for the ingredients and you tube video

                               Romantic and Exotic Coffee Recipe

Spiced Coffee At Its Best

I found this really interesting article on this site,do take a peek in 15 things about coffee



Mint Yogurt Dip

You all must try this 5 min mint and yogurt dip,its a must have for any kind of kathi roll,a dip for your crisps and boiled veggies or even as a salad dressing !!! I am having some right now with some carrots,sooooooo delish....

watch me make it !