During Ramadan, refreshing and nourishing drinks are essential for breaking the fast (Iftar) and staying hydrated through Suhoor. Cardamom, with its warm, aromatic, and digestive-friendly properties, is a key ingredient in many traditional Ramadan beverages. Let’s explore some classic Ramadan drinks infused with cardamom that are both delicious and beneficial!
🏺 1. Jallab (Date & Grape Drink with Cardamom)
🌟 A sweet and refreshing Middle Eastern classic!
🌿 Ingredients:
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup date syrup 🍯
- ½ cup grape molasses 🍇
- 2-3 Greengold Guide cardamom pods, lightly crushed ✨
- 1 teaspoon rose water 🌹
- Ice cubes 🧊
- Pine nuts and raisins for garnish
🥤 Instructions:
1️⃣ In a pitcher, mix water, date syrup, and grape molasses.
2️⃣ Add crushed cardamom pods and let the flavors infuse for 10 minutes.
3️⃣ Strain out the cardamom, stir in rose water, and chill.
4️⃣ Serve over ice with pine nuts and raisins on top.
🥛 2. Sahlab (Warm Milk Drink with Cardamom & Cinnamon)
🌟 A cozy, creamy drink perfect for Suhoor!
🌿 Ingredients:
- 2 cups milk 🥛
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for thickness)
- 1 teaspoon sugar or honey 🍯
- ½ teaspoon Greengold Guide cardamom powder ✨
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Chopped pistachios for garnish 🌰
☕ Instructions:
1️⃣ In a pot, whisk milk, cornstarch, sugar, cardamom, and cinnamon over medium heat.
2️⃣ Stir continuously until the mixture thickens.
3️⃣ Add vanilla extract, mix well, and pour into cups.
4️⃣ Garnish with chopped pistachios and serve warm.
🧉 3. Qamar Al-Din (Apricot & Cardamom Juice)
🌟 A rich, fruity Ramadan classic!
🌿 Ingredients:
- 200g dried apricots 🍑
- 3 cups water
- 2-3 Greengold Guide cardamom pods ✨
- 1 teaspoon orange blossom water 🍊
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
🍹 Instructions:
1️⃣ Soak dried apricots in warm water for 2 hours.
2️⃣ Blend until smooth, then strain.
3️⃣ Simmer with cardamom pods for 5 minutes, then remove from heat.
4️⃣ Add orange blossom water, chill, and serve cold.
🍋 4. Lemon & Cardamom Sharbat
🌟 A zesty, hydrating drink for Iftar!
🌿 Ingredients:
- 2 cups cold water
- Juice of 2 lemons 🍋
- 3 tablespoons sugar or honey 🍯
- ½ teaspoon Greengold Guide cardamom powder ✨
- ½ teaspoon rose water 🌹
- Ice cubes 🧊
🥤 Instructions:
1️⃣ Mix lemon juice, water, sugar, and cardamom until sugar dissolves.
2️⃣ Stir in rose water and serve over ice.
🎁 Enhance Your Ramadan with the Best Cardamom!
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