Traditional Indian Recipes · Lemonade
Refreshing Indian Shikanji (Nimbu Pani) with Monk Fruit
Crafted with MONKAURA Erythritol + Monk Fruit blend. Replaces 30g of refined sugar 1:1 with zero added sugar and clean natural sweetness.
Prep Time: 5 minsCook Time: 0 minsYield: 2 tall glasses
Nutritional Comparison Profile
15 kcal (from lemon juice, 0g added sugar)Calories per serving
0gAdded Cane Sugar
1:1Direct Sugar Replacement
How to measure: 2 tablespoons (24g) MONKAURA replaces 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 1:1.
Ingredients
- ·2 Large fresh juicy Indian lemons (juiced)
- ·2.5 cups Chilled filtered water or club soda
- ·2 tbsp MONKAURA Erythritol + Monk Fruit Sweetener
- ·1/4 tsp Kala namak (Indian black rock salt)
- ·1/4 tsp Roasted cumin powder (bhuna jeera)
- ·Pinch of regular rock salt
- ·Fresh mint leaves for garnish
- ·Ice cubes
Step-by-Step Method
- 1.In a small mixing cup, combine 2 tablespoons of MONKAURA sweetener with 1/4 cup of warm water. Stir for 20 seconds until the fine crystals dissolve completely.
- 2.In a glass pitcher, add freshly squeezed lemon juice, black salt (kala namak), and freshly roasted cumin powder.
- 3.Pour in the dissolved MONKAURA syrup and top with chilled water or club soda.
- 4.Stir vigorously. Taste and adjust salt or lemon intensity according to your taste.
- 5.Fill two tall glasses with ice cubes, pour the shikanji over the ice, clap fresh mint leaves between your palms to release aromatics, and float on top. Serve chilled.
Culinary Tip
Pre-dissolving MONKAURA in just 2 tablespoons of warm water before adding ice ensures 100% crystal dissolution in cold beverages.
Storage Advice
Keep chilled in refrigerator in a covered glass pitcher for up to 24 hours.
Recipe Notes & Questions
Can I use club soda instead of still water?
Yes! Soda Shikanji is an Indian street-style classic. MONKAURA works seamlessly with carbonated club soda.
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