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Traditionally used for
Consumed warm or lukewarm throughout the day, particularly after heavy meals.
Tradition & region
Nattuvaidyam · Kerala
Preparation time
7 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Nattuvaidyam Plant profile Pantry item
Cumin Water
Jeera Vellam
A lightly tinted, warm digestive infusion made by boiling whole cumin seeds in drinking water.
Cumin Seeds
1 · tsp · seed
Water
4 · cups · liquid
1. Bring one liter of fresh drinking water to a rolling boil in a clean saucepan. 2. Add the whole cumin seeds and reduce heat to low. 3. Allow to simmer for 3 to 5 minutes until the water takes on a pale golden tint and herbal fragrance. 4. Turn off the heat, cover, and let it rest; serve warm or at room temperature throughout the day.
Ready in about 7 minutes.