Ginger Kashayam
Traditional preparationTraditional knowledge
Traditionally used for
Traditionally served warm in small portions twice daily during seasonal weather changes.
Tradition & region
Nattuvaidyam · Kerala
Preparation time
15 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Nattuvaidyam

Ginger Kashayam

Inji Kashayam

A spicy decoction of crushed fresh ginger, peppercorns, and palm jaggery.

Fresh Ginger
1 · inch piece · rhizome
Plant profile
Black Pepper
4 · berries · seed
Plant profile
Tulsi Leaves(optional)
5 · leaves · leaf
Plant profile
Palm Jaggery
1 · tbsp · sweetener
Pantry item
Water
2 · cups · liquid
Pantry item

1. Crush the fresh ginger root and black peppercorns lightly using a mortar and pestle. 2. Bring two cups of water to a boil in a pot and add the crushed ingredients along with the crushed tulsi leaves. 3. Simmer steadily over medium heat until the liquid reduces by half. 4. Stir in the palm jaggery until melted, strain through a fine mesh, and serve piping hot.

Ready in about 15 minutes.

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