Dairy-Free Jigarthanda
Indulge in the refreshing charm of *Dairy-Free Jigarthanda*, a vegan twist on the classic South Indian summer drink. Crafted with creamy almond milk and coconut milk, this recipe boasts a harmonious blend of flavors enhanced by the aromatic sweetness of Nannari syrup and the natural cooling properties of chia seeds. Agar-agar cubes add delightful bites of texture, while vanilla extract and a hint of sugar create a perfectly balanced sweetness. Quick and easy to prepare, this chilled dessert drink is free of dairy yet brimming with indulgence, making it ideal for those seeking a plant-based version of the beloved jigarthanda. Serve it in tall glasses layered with syrup-swirled sides and ice cubes for a visually stunning, thirst-quenching treat perfect for beating the heat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Almond milk
- 4 tablespoons Nannari syrup ( Sarasaparilla syrup)
- 1 tablespoon Agar-agar powder
- 1 cup Water
- 1 cup Coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons Sugar
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 2 tablespoons Chia seeds
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine agar-agar powder and water. Stir well and let it sit for 5 minutes.
Heat the agar-agar mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it dissolves completely (approximately 4-5 minutes).
Pour the dissolved agar-agar into a shallow dish and let it cool to room temperature. Once cooled, refrigerate it for 30 minutes to set.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, add chia seeds to 1/2 cup of water and let them soak for 10-15 minutes until they form a gel-like consistency.
In a blender, combine almond milk, coconut milk, sugar, and vanilla extract. Blend until the sugar dissolves completely.
Once the agar-agar is set, cut it into small cubes or gently break it into small pieces with a fork.
In serving glasses, add 1 tablespoon of Nannari syrup at the bottom and swirl it to coat the sides of the glass.
Equally divide the soaked chia seeds into each glass.
Add a few agar-agar cubes on top of the chia seeds layer.
Pour the blended almond and coconut milk mixture over the agar-agar and chia seed layers, filling the glasses up to three-quarters full.
Top each serving with a few ice cubes and, if desired, an extra drizzle of Nannari syrup for added sweetness.
Gently stir each glass and serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
721 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.7 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 341 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 144.7 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 125.4 g | ||
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.9 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 958 mg | 74% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 507 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
