Cumin Tea (Cumin Water, Jeera Water)
This herbal Cumin Tea (also known as Cumin Water or Jeera Water) is a refreshing drink that will lift your spirits after a hectic day. Make it using my easy recipe.
Herbal teas are my favorite for sipping during the day. Here are some of my favorite recipes that you must try too – Hibiscus Tea, Apple Cinnamon Tea, Turmeric Ginger Tea, Saffron Tea, Lemon Tea, and Sumac Tea.
I love to sip warm beverages throughout the day. My morning starts with a large cup of Tulsi green tea, and then during the day, I experiment with different herbal teas and tisanes.
My mom asked me to try this cumin tea (jeera water) sometime back. It was quite a comforting drink, and I could feel my stomach doing a happy dance. Since then, I have been making it very regularly. You must try it too.
About Cumin Tea
Cumin Seeds Tea (Jeera Water) is a herbal beverage made using cumin seeds, water, and a sweetener of your choice. It has warm and earthy flavors that anyone will love.
This flavorful and aromatic tea is actually a tisane and has been enjoyed for centuries in various cultures for its numerous benefits.
This cumin tea recipe is easy to make and can be customized with various spices and sweeteners to suit your taste preferences.
Ingredients
To make this recipe, you will need whole cumin seeds. You can easily find them at any grocery store or online.
You will also need water and a sweetener of your choice. Honey, maple syrup, or sugar are some preferred sweeteners.
How To Make Cumin Seeds Tea
Add 2 cups of water to a saucepan and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once the water has come to a boil, reduce the heat to low.
Add 1 tablespoon of cumin seeds to the pan and stir well.
Let the mixture simmer for 5-10 minutes.
Now strain the mixture into serving cups using a tea strainer.
Add sweetener to taste and mix well. Serve hot.
Frequently Asked Questions
Add ground ginger, cardamom, or a pinch of ground cinnamon to this recipe. These flavors will complement the earthy taste of cumin and add depth to your tea.
No, ground cumin is not recommended for making cumin seed tea, as it can make it gritty and unpleasant to drink.
Yes, sure. Brew the tea and let it cool slightly. Then, pour it over ice in a glass and serve chilled.
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Cumin Tea Recipe (Cumin Water, Jeera water)
Instructions
- Add water to a saucepan and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once the water has come to a boil, reduce the heat to low.
- Add cumin seeds to the pot and stir well.
- Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes.
- Strain the mixture into serving cups using a tea strainer and add sweetener to taste. Serve hot.
are nutritional values mentioned are really true
Yes, they are.