Jeera Water also known as Cumin Water is a beverage made with a popular Indian spice called jeera or cumin seeds. It has a lot of health benefits as jeera is a healing spice and is very good for digestion. Learn to make Jeera Water with step by step pictures and video.
Jeera Water is one of the most common solution for indigestion. It has numerous health benefits which is good for your hair, skin etc. Its obvious that people in Kerala drink cumin water replacing normal water in their day to day life.
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What is Jeera Water?
Jeera water is nothing but water boiled along with jeera or cumin seeds until it is reduced. All the nutrients and flavors are infused in the water hence it is very good and boosts overall health. Cumin water is said to improve digestion and promote lactation during pregnancy. When it is had in empty stomach in the morning it helps in weight loss.
Apart from helping in digestion cumin water is said to have a lot of health benefits like improving immunity, helping in weight loss etc. More jeera or cumin seeds recipes include Jeera rice, Jeera powder etc.
Jeera also known as cumin seeds is one of the seeds that has earthy flavors and very good for digestive system. It is more flavorful when the seeds are crushed, roasted or cooked. Jeera is used in many dishes in everyday cooking while tempering or can be used as powdered too.
Just add jeera or cumin seeds to water and boil until water until it is reduced and the color of water changes. Healthy and healing cumin water is ready, you can drink it replacing water too. This is said to have a lot of health benefits and also helps in weight loss.
You can enjoy this drink warm or at room temperature. You can even add a little honey or lemon juice to enhance the taste. This is a popular home remedy for digestive issues and can be consumed after meals or in empty stomach. This water is very beneficial but individual responses can vary so always consult your doctor to have any diet changes.
Jeera Water – 2 ways
- Simmering method : Boil water crush cumin seeds add to boiling water. Simmer for few mins until it reduces to almost half. Close and set aside. Then strain and cumin water is ready to drink.
- Soaking method : Soak cumin seeds in hot water overnight. Next day strain and drink the water alone.
Jeera Water for weight loss
- Soak a teaspoon of cumin in warm water overnight. Next day morning you can strain and drink the water
- Boil 2 cups water add 1 teaspoon cumin to it , boil until it reduces. When its still warm add lemon juice and drink it.
- You can drink cumin water in empty stomach for best results. If it is in between then you can have it at least 2 times a day.
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Jeera Water Ingredients
Cumin seeds, also known as jeera is a popular spice used in various cuisines around the world. It is called Cumin seeds in English, Jeera in Hindi and Jeeragam in Tamil.
- Flavor and Aroma – It has an unique flavor and aroma that it is used in most of the Indian tempering.
- Health Benefits – Jeera or cumin seeds aid digestion, promotes weight loss, rich source of iron, reduce fat reduction etc.
- Natural Remedy – Cumin seeds have been used to treat various ailments like digestive problems, acidity etc and it is a natural remedy.
- Culinary Uses – Cumin seeds is a versatile spices used in various cuisines throughout the world. Used in a wide range of dishes including soups, stews, curries, rich dishes etc.
How to make Jeera Water Step by Step
1.Take 2 cups water in a sauce pan. Let it boil well.
2.Add 1 heaped teaspoon jeera to it. You can even crush jeera using a mortar pestle and add it to get more a strong flavor.
3.Give a quick mix.
4.Boil until it reduces to half. You can cook covered while simmering too.
5.The color changes and also should be reduced to almost half.
6.You can see the cumin seeds nicely release its flavor and color.
7.Switch off at this stage.
8.Set aside by keeping it covered for few mins.
9.After few mins, open.
10.Strain the seeds, discard it. Consume it hot or warm.
11.Consume it hot or warm.
Expert Tips
- After boiling let the water reduce well then keep it covered for a while for the flavors to get blend in fully.
- Jeera water is best to be had fresh and warm.
- Add little honey while serving if you prefer to have it sweet,
- You can even add roasted jeera powder to hot water mix well, strain and drink. But fresh seeds is always advisable and recommended.
- You can even crush cumin seeds using a mortar and pestle then add it for more strong flavor.
- You can even add mint or basil leaves and boil it along with cumin seeds, it aids in digestion.
- Adding cinnamon powder to jeera water aids in maintaining blood sugar levels.
Serving & Storage
Jeera water is best when had fresh. Serve it hot or warm. Consume jeera water the same day itself, storing is not recommended. You can make a batch and consume throughout the day.
FAQS
1.When is the best time to drink cumin water?
Though we can have cumin water anytime of the day, its best to have it in the morning on an empty stomach especially if you are drinking jeera water for weight loss. Also it is best to have it hot or warm.
2.When should I drink jeera water for weight loss?
The best time to have jeera water if you are looking for weight loss it to have it in empty stomach one you wake up in the morning.
3.How many times to drink jeera water for weight loss?
You can drink 1 cup jeera water (250 ml) 2 times a day.
4.Can jeera water reduce belly fat?
Yes if had regularly along with good diet and exercise jeera water is said to help in burning belly fat and reducing weight.
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Jeera Water Recipe | Cumin Water recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups water
- 1 heaped teaspoon jeera / cumin seeds
Instructions
- Take 2 cups water in a sauce pan. Let it boil well.
- Add 1 heaped teaspoon jeera to it. You can even crush jeera using a mortar pestle and add it.
- Give a quick mix.
- Boil until it reduces to half. You can cook covered while boiling too.
- The color changes and also should be reduced to almost half.
- You can see the cumin seeds nicely release its flavor and color.
- Switch off at this stage.
- Set aside by keeping it covered for few mins.
- After few mins, open.
- Strain the seeds, discard it. Consume it hot or warm.
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Notes
- After boiling let the water reduce well then keep it covered for a while for the flavors to get blend in fully.
- Jeera water is best to be had fresh and warm.
- Add little honey while serving if you prefer to have it sweet,
- You can even add roasted jeera powder to hot water mix well, strain and drink. But fresh seeds is always advisable and recommended.
- You can even crush cumin seeds using a mortar and pestle then add it for more strong flavor.
- You can even add mint or basil leaves and boil it along with cumin seeds, it aids in digestion.
- Adding cinnamon powder to jeera water aids in maintaining blood sugar levels.
Arunmozhi
Can we use powdered cumin to hot water and drink in morning
Sharmilee J
yes
Kaity
What ratio do you recommend for using cumin powder in hot water instead of the seeds?
Sharmilee J
1/2 to 1 tsp for 1 cup water
MUNAF
WHICH ONE IS BEST?
BOILING AND DRINKING? OR LEAVING JEERA OVER NIGHT AND DRINKING?
Sharmilee J
Boiling I would prefer