Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Fennel seeds, lightly crushed | 12 g | Sweet, Pungent, Bitter · Cooling |
 Green cardamom | 2 g | Sweet, Pungent · Cooling |
 Rock sugar | 32 g | Sweet · Cooling |
| Water | 900 g | Whole culinary ingredient |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Prepare the lightly crushed fennel seeds by washing, crushing, or steeping it as appropriate.
- Combine it with part of the water and the rock sugar; stir until dissolved.
- Add the green cardamom and let the flavors settle for five minutes.
- Strain for a clear drink, pressing gently without forcing coarse particles through.
- Serve at cool room temperature without ice.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (Indian sherbet and infused-water tradition)
Fennel-Cardamom Cooler is a lightly sweetened water-based refreshment. Vata: serve without ice and sip slowly. Pitta: use the lower sweetener amount and cooling aromatics. Kapha: dilute well and keep the sweetener minimal.
USDA Nutrition Facts for Fennel-Cardamom Cooler
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (236g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 18 kcal | 43 kcal |
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0.5 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 4.2 g | 9.9 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 1.3 g |
| Total Sugars | 3.4 g | 8.0 g |
| Total Fat | 0.2 g | 0.5 g |
| Calcium | 18.9 mg | 44.6 mg |
| Iron | 0.27 mg | 0.63 mg |
| Magnesium | 6.3 mg | 14.9 mg |
| Phosphorus | 6.6 mg | 15.5 mg |
| Potassium | 24 mg | 57 mg |
| Sodium | 5 mg | 12 mg |
| Zinc | 0.07 mg | 0.17 mg |
| Copper | 0.02 mg | 0.06 mg |
| Manganese | 0.14 mg | 0.34 mg |
| Selenium | 0.02 µg | 0.05 µg |
| Vitamin C | 0.3 mg | 0.7 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 0.09 µg | 0.2 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.01 mg | 0.01 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.01 mg | 0.01 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.08 mg | 0.19 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.01 mg | 0.02 mg |
