Sugar-Free Jigarthanda
Dive into the refreshing world of "Sugar-Free Jigarthanda," a guilt-free twist on the iconic South Indian summer drink. This wholesome recipe replaces traditional ingredients with healthier alternatives, combining unsweetened almond milk, nutrient-rich chia and basil seeds, and sugar-free khoya for a creamy, indulgent texture. Enhanced with fragrant lemongrass, rose water, and a hint of vanilla essence, every sip offers a delightful balance of flavors without added sugar. Perfect for those following low-calorie or diabetic-friendly diets, this quick 30-minute recipe is easy to make and serves as a satisfying cooler on hot days. Serve it chilled with a dollop of creamy goodness for a dessert-like drink that’s as nourishing as it is delicious!
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Ingredients
- 500 ml Almond milk (unsweetened)
- 1 stalk Lemon grass
- 2 tablespoons Chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla essence
- 2 tablespoons Low-calorie sweetener
- 100 grams Khoya or mawa (sugar-free)
- 100 ml Fresh cream (sugar-free and unsweetened)
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 2 teaspoons Rose water
- 2 tablespoons Basil seeds
Directions
Step 1
Begin by soaking basil seeds in a cup of water. Leave them for about 10 minutes or until they swell up.
Step 2
In a saucepan, add almond milk and lemongrass stalk. Bring it to a gentle boil and then simmer for 5 minutes. Remove the lemongrass and let the milk cool.
Step 3
Meanwhile, take a bowl and combine chia seeds with 1/3 cup of water. Stir well and let them soak and thicken for about 10 minutes.
Step 4
In a separate small saucepan, crumble khoya (mawa) and add it to fresh cream. Bring it to a low heat while stirring until the mixture thickens to an ice cream consistency. Ensure the mixture remains sugar-free by tasting and adjusting with a low-calorie sweetener.
Step 5
Once the almond milk is cooled, add vanilla essence, rose water, and low-calorie sweetener while stirring until combined.
Step 6
To assemble, take serving glasses and add a few ice cubes to each.
Step 7
Divide the soaked basil seeds evenly among the glasses.
Step 8
Pour the prepared almond milk mix over the ice cubes and basil seeds.
Step 9
Finish by adding a dollop of the sugar-free khoya mixture on top of each drink.
Step 10
Serve immediately for a refreshing, indulgent treat!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1053.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 972.7 |
| Total Fat 78.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 39.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.8g | |
| Cholesterol 193.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 500.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 71.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.9g | |
| Protein 26.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 211.3IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1657.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 730.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories