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Ready to sip on the tangy, cooling vibes of kokum juice? Let's dive into this refreshingly simple kokum juice recipe that'll level up your hydration game. Here we go!
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First things first, grab those kokum fruits and give them a good rinse under running water. If you're using dried kokum, skip ahead to the notes (you overachiever, you).
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Next, chop up the kokum fruits and remove the seeds like a pro. Keep the pulp and outer cover because that's where all the magic is hiding.
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Toss the fruit and pulp into a mixer or blender, add a splash of water, and blend it to a smooth, tangy paste that smells like tropical heaven.
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Now, strain the kokum mixture using a fine sieve or muslin cloth to get that silky juice.
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No pulp parties here!
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In a separate saucepan, mix sugar and water and bring it to a gentle boil.
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Cook until the syrup reaches a slightly thick, sticky consistency—somewhere around a 1/2-string situation if you're fancy with your sugar skills.
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Let it cool off because nobody likes hot syrup drama.
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Once cooled, mix the strained kokum goodness into the sugar syrup.
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Stir in a pinch of roasted cumin powder and a sprinkle of powdered cardamom for that extra kick of flavor. It's giving major aromatic vibes.
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Pour this kokum concentrate into a clean jar or bottle, seal it tight, and pop it into the fridge.
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It's ready to roll whenever you are!
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When you're ready to serve, mix 1 or 2 tablespoons of the kokum concentrate into a glass of chilled water.
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Add some ice cubes for maximum refreshment levels, and voila your perfectly tangy, slightly spiced recipe of kokum juice is ready to be savored. Sip, chill, repeat!