India is undoubtedly a land of flavours. Every cuisine served here has its roots from thousands of years ago with intricate flavorous balance in each one of them. However, most people only know of these flavours when they are served in a dish alongside the famous curries, Dals and stews of India. However, what if we at team Puviya told you that there are some Indian Recipes that master in providing you with an explosion of flavours, inside a glass. Yes, we are talking about the savoury, flavoursome and refreshing Kulukki Sarbath.
Kulukki Sarbath is a traditional drink from the coastal lands of Kerala. This is a type of lemonade with added spices in it. With a pinch of tongue twisting lime, this refreshment forms a bond between spiciness from a chilly and the lime juice. With heat being at its high during the ruthless months of summer, one often needs a healthy refreshment to keep up with the day. Since it is of utmost importance to hydrate yourself, Kulukki Sarbath does the job in a stylish, flavourful, healthy way.
Traditional recipe for Kulukki Sarbath makes use of the highly nutritional sabja seeds. Sabja Seeds, as we know, are a nutrient powerhouse that are also known to be a cure for a lot of ailments. Not only this, balance of sugar, salt, spice and lime makes it a reservoir of vitamins required by the body. Bodies usually become deficit of these necessary vitamins when the summer comes swinging, however a glass of this Sarbath can satisfy your quench for nutrition and taste any time any day.
With Puviya’s special recipe for this Sarbath, one can prepare this drink with ease in under 10 minutes. Such a short preparation time helps a person be ready at all occasions to prepare and serve this delicious drink any time. This healthy alternative to the fan favourite lemonade, brings about the same flavours as of that of a lemonade in every glass along with added benefits of taste and metabolism. So don’t wait any further, get down to your kitchens and beat out the summer with this tasty, delicious drink today!
Watch Video Recipe Of Summer Drinks Kulukki Sarbath @ Palakkad Kerala
Ingredients
- 2 tsp Sabja Seeds (Basil Seeds)
- 1 Lemon (Juiced) 🍋
- 1 Green Chilli (Slit) 🌶️
- 2 tsp Sugar
- A pinch of Salt
- Ice Cubes (as needed) ❄️
- 1 Glass Cold Water
Instructions
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Soak the Sabja Seeds:
- Take 2 tsp Sabja seeds and add them to a small bowl.
- Pour water over them and let them soak for 5 minutes until they swell.
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Prepare the Lemon Juice:
- Slice the lemon into two halves.
- Squeeze the juice from half a lemon into a cup.
- Remove any seeds that may have fallen into the juice.
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Prepare the Drink:
- Take a tall glass and fill it halfway with cold water.
- Drop the remaining half of the lemon into the glass.
- Cut the ends of a green chilli and slit it slightly.
- Place the slit green chilli into the glass.
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Mix the Ingredients:
- Pour the fresh lemon juice into the glass.
- Add 2 tsp sugar and a pinch of salt.
- Mix well until the sugar dissolves.
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Add the Final Touches:
- Add a few ice cubes to chill the drink.
- Stir in 1.5 tsp of the soaked Sabja seeds.
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Shake for a Uniform Taste:
- Cover the glass with another glass or a lid.
- Shake it well to mix all the flavors evenly.
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Serve & Enjoy:
- Your Kulukki Sarbath is now ready! Serve immediately and enjoy this tangy, spicy, and refreshing summer drink.
💡 Tip: For extra flavor, you can add mint leaves or a dash of honey.
Nutritional Information for Kulukki Sarbath (Per Serving - Approx. 1 Glass)
| Nutrient | Amount (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 40-50 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 10g |
| Protein | 0.5g |
| Fat | 0.2g |
| Fiber | 2g |
| Sugar | 8g |
| Sodium | 50mg |
| Vitamin C | 25-30% DV (from lemon) |
| Calcium | 3-5% DV (from sabja seeds) |
| Iron | 2% DV (from sabja seeds) |
| Magnesium | 4% DV |
Health Benefits:
✅ Hydration Boost – Keeps you cool and refreshed.
✅ Rich in Antioxidants – Lemon and sabja seeds help detox the body.
✅ Aids Digestion – Sabja seeds improve gut health.
✅ Boosts Immunity – High Vitamin C content strengthens the immune system.
✅ Natural Cooling Effect – Perfect for hot summers.
Notes
Notes for Making Kulukki Sarbath
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Sabja Seeds Preparation:
- Soak the sabja seeds for at least 5 minutes before adding them to the drink.
- Ensure they swell properly to get the best texture and health benefits.
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Lemon Selection:
- Use fresh lemons for a tangy and refreshing taste.
- Avoid using bottled lemon juice as it may alter the flavor.
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Spiciness Control:
- Adjust the green chilli quantity based on your spice tolerance.
- For a milder version, remove the seeds from the chilli before adding.
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Sweetness Adjustment:
- Use honey or jaggery as a healthier alternative to sugar.
- You can reduce the sugar content or skip it for a more natural taste.
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Serving & Storage:
- Always serve chilled for the best refreshing effect.
- Do not store for long; consume immediately to retain freshness.
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Flavor Enhancements:
- Add mint leaves for extra freshness.
- A dash of black salt can enhance the tangy flavor.
Follow these steps (Summer Drinks Kulukki Sarbath @ Palakkad Kerala)
- To prepare the Sarbath, take about 2 teaspoon Sabja seeds and add them to a cup.
- Add some water to this cup containing the seeds.
- Allow the seeds to soak for about 5 minutes.
- Take up a lemon.
- Slice the lemon in 2 equal halves.
- Squeeze out the lemon juice out of ½ a lemon inside a fresh cup.
- Remove any lime seeds that may have dropped into the cup.
- Take a glass and fill it half with water.
- Add the other half of the sliced lemon.
- Cut off the ends of a Green Chilli.
- Dip the slit green chilli inside the glass.
- Pour the lime juice that was squeezed out earlier.
- Add 2 teaspoons full of sugar to the glass.
- Take a pinch of salt and mix it nicely with the drink.
- Add a few ice cubes to freeze out the summer heat.
- Take the Soaked sabja seeds and add about 1.5 teaspoon into the glass.
- Use another glass on top of this one to cover it up.
- Shake it well with your hands for a uniform taste.
- Your delicious Sarbath is ready to fight out the heat for you.
