KASHAYA

Kashaya powder / kashaya is a traditional Ayurvedic health drink made from few spices which has immense health benefits and typically served as a healing drink especially for those who are suffering from a common cold or sore throat. It provides the necessary warmth and immunity to fight against the viruses, in addition to the fact that it can also be served as a beverage drink. This mildly sweet, mildly spicy drink is very popular in Malnad and coastal regions of Karnataka and is often replaced with tea or coffee. It is a common drink at my native. Ingredients: For Kashaya Powder: · Coriander seeds – 1 cup · Cumin seeds – ½ cup · Fennel seeds – 2 tsp · Black pepper – 4 tsp · Cardamom – 10-12 pods · Clove – 15-20 · Turmeric powder – 1 tsp · Ginger powder – 1 tsp For preparing Kashaya: · Water · Jaggery/ sugar · Milk Method: For Kashaya Powder: · Take a pan, add coriander seeds, cumin seeds, fennel seeds, black pepper, cardamom pods, cloves. Dry roast on low flame. · Dry roast until the spices turns aromatic. · Let it cool completely, now transfer to a blender. Add turmeric powder and ginger powder. · Blend to fine powder without adding any water. Kashaya powder is ready, store in an airtight container. For preparing Kashaya: · Take a saucepan with 2½ - 3 cups of water and add 3 tsp of prepared kashaya powder. · Add 2 tbsp jaggery or you can alternatively add sugar. · Stir well and boil for 5 minutes till the flavours are absorbed well. · Turn off the flame and add ¼- ½ cup milk. Mix well. · Enjoy kashaya to boost your immunity.