The Ultimate Refresher: Watermelon and Milk Sharbat Recipe
It is juicy, it is sweet, and it has everything that you need. Watermelon is the overlooked twin brother of mango in India, where mangoes steal all the summer limelight. However, watermelon stands by as the good, old, faithful friend always there in times of need to provide you refreshment. Watermelon is a cool and refreshing fruit that tastes like heaven in hot Indian summers or summer anywhere, actually. Combine it with milk, some cool basil seeds, and aromatic rooh afza and you will get an unforgettable summer drink, the desi way. So let us make this refreshing and simple watermelon milk sharbat together today.
Watermelon is quite a refreshing fruit in itself, but when you blend watermelon with ice, milk, and basil seeds, it takes its cooling effect to the very next level. Watermelon, mango, and melon drinks have been popular in India for a very long time. These drinks are especially popular during the Muslim fasting month of Ramadan, when people break their fast with these refreshing drinks. Since it is the Muslim month of Ramadan going on these days, so let us learn how to make this refreshing and aromatic drink together with just a few ingredients.
Ingredients For Watermelon Milk Sharbat Recipe
Watermelon
Chopped watermelon is the main ingredient of this recipe, which gives the drink its fruity and refreshing flavor. Watermelon is also rich in water content, which helps to keep the body hydrated and cool during hot weather.
Milk
Chilled milk adds a creamy texture to the drink and also balances the sweetness of the watermelon and sugar. Milk also provides essential nutrients like calcium, protein, and vitamins.
Sugar
Sugar is used to sweeten the drink to taste. It adds sweetness to the watermelon and milk and balances the flavor of the Rooh Afza syrup.
Rooh Afza
Rooh Afza is a concentrated syrup made from a blend of herbs, fruits, and flowers. It adds a unique flavor to the drink, giving it a slightly floral and fruity taste, and also gives the drink its pink color.
Basil Seeds
Basil seeds are added to the drink for their unique texture and taste. They provide a crunchy texture when soaked in water, and also have a slightly nutty flavor. They are also known to have cooling properties, making them a perfect addition to this summer drink.
Step By Step Instructions For Watermelon Milk Sharbat Recipe
First, soak 2 tablespoons of basil seeds in 1 cup of water and set them aside for 15 minutes to allow them to bloom.
Then peel and chop the watermelon into small slices.
Next, in a blender, combine 2 cups of chopped watermelon, 2 cups of chilled milk, 5 tablespoons of sugar, and 4 tablespoons of Rooh Afza.
Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Then, take a serving glass and add some ice cubes, 1 tablespoon of soaked basil seeds, and some chopped watermelon to it.
After that, pour the prepared sharbat into the glass, leaving some space at the top.
Subsequently, garnish with some more chopped watermelon and basil seeds.
Finally, serve the Watermelon Milk Sharbat chilled and enjoy your refreshing drink.
Serving Suggestions
Watermelon Milk Sharbat is a versatile drink that can be enjoyed in many ways. To serve it, there are several options to choose from, depending on the occasion and your preferences. First, you can serve the Watermelon Milk Sharbat chilled in tall glasses with a straw, garnished with some chopped watermelon and basil seeds. Secondly, pair the drink with some light and refreshing snacks like cucumber and mint sandwiches or fruit skewers. Additionally, you can serve the drink as a welcome drink for guests at parties and gatherings during hot weather. Furthermore, during Ramadan, serve the drink as a refreshing and hydrating drink to break the fast. Finally, you can also serve the drink in smaller portions as a dessert after a meal. Whatever the occasion, the Watermelon Milk Sharbat is a refreshing and delicious drink that is perfect for quenching your thirst on a hot day.
Storage Suggestions
Storing the Watermelon Milk Sharbat is an important part of the recipe to ensure that it stays fresh and delicious. First, transfer any leftover sharbat into an airtight container, such as a pitcher or a glass bottle with a lid. Secondly, place the container in the refrigerator to store. Thirdly, before serving, give the sharbat a good stir to combine all the ingredients. Additionally, if the sharbat has been sitting in the refrigerator for a while, you may notice that it has separated or thickened slightly. To fix this, simply give it a good shake or stir until it reaches the desired consistency. Moreover, you can store the sharbat in the refrigerator for up to 1 day. Beyond that, the texture and flavor of the drink may start to deteriorate.
Watermelon and Milk Sharbat Recipe
Course: DrinksCuisine: IndianDifficulty: Easy4
servings10
minutes10
minutesThe Watermelon Milk Sharbat recipe is a sweet and refreshing drink made with chopped watermelon, chilled milk, sugar, rooh afza, and basil seeds.
Ingredients
- ingredients for sharbat
2 cups 2 Watermelon chopped
2 cups 2 Milk, chilled
5 tbsp 5 Sugar or as required
4 tbsp 4 Rooh afza
- Other ingredients
ice cubes as required
2 tbsp 2 Basil seeds or as required
chopped watermelon
Directions
- Firstly, soak 2 tablespoons of basil seeds in 1 cup of water and set them aside for 15 minutes to allow them to bloom.
- Next, in a blender, combine 2 cups of chopped watermelon, 2 cups of chilled milk, 5 tablespoons of sugar, and 4 tablespoons of Rooh Afza. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Then, take a serving glass and add some ice cubes, 1 tablespoon of soaked basil seeds, and some chopped watermelon to it.
- After that, pour the prepared sharbat into the glass, leaving some space at the top.
- Subsequently, garnish with some more chopped watermelon and basil seeds.
- Finally, serve the Watermelon Milk Sharbat chilled and enjoy your refreshing drink.
Recipe Video
FAQs
Yes, you can mix watermelon juice with milk to make a refreshing drink called Watermelon Milk Sharbat.
Mohabbat Ka Sharbat is a popular drink from the city of Agra, in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh.
Sharbat is a sweet and refreshing drink that you can make by mixing a fruit syrup with water, ice, and other ingredients like basil seeds or rooh afza. Then stir the mixture until it combines well and chill before you serve.
Rooh Afza is a popular drink that originated in India but is also common in Pakistan and other South Asian countries.
One of the most famous sharbats in Pakistan is Rooh Afza Sharbat, which consists of a concentrated syrup of fruits, herbs, and spices.
You can mix any fruit that you want with milk. But fruits with high acidity like citrus fruits and sour berries will curdle milk and form a cheesy like texture. But this can be blended smooth without significant problems.
Yes, watermelon shake can be a healthy and refreshing drink that is low in calories, high in nutrients, and great for hydration.
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