Classic Refreshing JaljeeraVeg

1

Place 2 tbsp of roasted cumin seeds and 1 1/2 tbsp of black salt into a mortar and pestle.

2

Pound the ingredients together until they form a coarse powder with small granules of cumin still visible.

3

Add 1 cup of fresh mint leaves, 1/2 cup of coriander leaves, the prepared cumin and black salt powder, and the juice of 1 lemon into a mixer/grinder.

4

Pour in 1/2 cup of water to help blending.

5

Grind all ingredients together until it forms a smooth paste.

6

Transfer the green paste into a serving jar or container.

7

Add cold water to the paste and stir thoroughly to combine.

8

Adjust taste by adding more black salt or lemon juice if necessary.

9

Serve the drink chilled in a glass, garnished with boondi if desired.