3-INGREDIENTS ICED LEMON TEA | Quick Summer Drink Recipe | Kunal Kapur | ठंडी लेमन चाय #shorts
When life gives you lemons, make LEMON-ICED TEA! 🍋 Refreshing, easy and delicious 😋 Lemon Iced Tea
Ingredients & Measurements
Carefully curated and proportioned for authentic flavor balance. Adjust chillies and salt to your personal taste.
Main Ingredients
- Tea (चाय पत्ती) - 11⁄2 tbsp
- Ginger slices (अदरक) - 2 nos
- Powdered sugar (पीसी चीनी) - 3 tbsp
- Hot water (गरम पानी) - 2 cups
- Ice cubes (बर्फ) - few
- Lemon Juice (नींबू रस) - 3-4 tbsp
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
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Each and every one of us would crave a cool and refreshing drink in this hot summer and there won’t be any better choice other than chilled Lemon Iced tea.
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- For lemon iced tea, in a jar, add tea, powdered sugar, and sizzling hot water and let it brew for 5 minutes.
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- Now in a beautiful glass, put some mint leaves, lemon wedges, and some ice cubes.
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- Strain the tea into the glass and mix it well.
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- Drink this most refreshing drink you ask for and Enjoy!
Chef Kunal's Pro Secret Tip
Use freshly roasted and hand-ground whole spices for the most vibrant flavor profile. Allow aromatics to bloom gently in fat, and always taste your dish in the final 2 minutes of simmering to balance acidity, salt, and heat.
Recipe FAQs & Expert Advice
How long can I store leftover 3-INGREDIENTS ICED LEMON TEA?
You can store leftovers in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days. When reheating, warm on medium-low heat on the stovetop and add 2–3 tablespoons of warm water if the gravy has thickened in the fridge.
Can I make this recipe vegan or dairy-free?
Yes! Simply substitute dairy ghee/butter with mustard oil or neutral cooking oil, and replace milk/curd with coconut milk or cashew cream where applicable.
What is the key technique to get restaurant-style flavor in this dish?
Focus on blooming whole spices in hot oil first, patiently sautéing the onion-tomato masala until oil separates, and finishing with a pinch of crushed roasted kasoori methi and freshly ground garam masala right before serving.
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