RECIPE
Masala Coconut Water (Jaljeera Style)
Stir roasted cumin powder, black salt, a pinch of chaat masala, lime juice and crushed mint into chilled coconut water for a tangy, savoury jaljeera-style drink. Coconut water's natural sweetness balances the spices, so no sugar is needed. It takes five minutes and serves two.
Ingredients
- 400 ml plain coconut water, chilled
- ½ tsp roasted cumin powder
- ¼ tsp black salt (kala namak)
- Pinch of chaat masala
- Juice of ½ lime
- 8–10 mint leaves, crushed
- Ice
- Boondi for topping, optional
Method
- Crush the mint leaves in a jug with the lime juice.
- Add the roasted cumin, black salt and chaat masala and stir to dissolve.
- Pour in the coconut water and stir well.
- Serve over ice, topped with a few boondi if you like.
Use ready jaljeera powder
Short on time? Replace the cumin, black salt and chaat masala with ¾ tsp of ready-made jaljeera powder. Most blends are salty, so add it gradually.
Keep the salt in check
Coconut water already contains some sodium, about 105 mg per 100 ml, so start with less black salt than you would use in a water-based jaljeera.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Quick answers.
Is masala coconut water good after a workout?
It gives fluid, potassium and a little extra sodium from the salt, which some people like after a sweaty session.
Can I make it without chaat masala?
Yes. Cumin, black salt and lime alone make a good version.
Can I prepare a big batch?
Mix the spices into the coconut water a few hours ahead and refrigerate. Add mint and ice when serving.
