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    Home » Drink

    5-Minute Homemade Rooh Afza Drink

    Mar 25, 2023 by Sarah Mirza · Leave a Comment

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    Rooh Afza is a popular rose-flavored syrup enjoyed in Pakistan and South Asia. It's a refreshing drink, perfect for hot summer days or Iftar. In this post, we'll cover two quick ways to make a 5-Minute Homemade Rooh Afza Drink—one with milk and one with water.

    WHAT IS ROOH AFZA DRINK?

    5-Minute Homemade Rooh Afza Drink is a popular rose-flavored beverage. Rooh meaning 'soul' and Afza meaning 'uplighting' so put them together it's like uplighting or nourishing the soul. It's very refreshing and cooling. Try our other Pakistani drink recipes like Falsay Ka Sharbat, Sattu Drink, or our classic Lassi.

    Growing up, Rooh Afza was always a part of Iftar, and it remains a cherished Ramadan tradition in many Pakistani and Indian households. This Pakistani recipe has become a symbol of the holy month Ramadan.

    3 glasses of rooh afza with milk.

    Even when It's not Ramadan I like to drink Rooh Afza just for the fun of it. Rooh

    WHEN TO SERVE ROOH AFZA?

    It is often served during Iftar in the month of Ramadan. Pakistani household often keep a bottle of Rooh Afza in their home to serve as a refreshing drink. Whether you're in Pakistan or anywhere else in the world, if you're looking for a refreshing and delicious drink. Rooh Afza is the way to go!

    WHAT IS ROOH AFZA TASTE LIKE?

    Rooh Afza has a sweet and rose flavor.

    WHAT IS ROOH AFZA MADE OF?

    The syrup is made from a combination of several natural ingredients, including herbs, fruits, and flowers. which are then mixed with sugar, water, and a small amount of citric acid to preserve it.

    2 WAYS TO MAKE ROOH AFZA?

    • Milk- Some people prefer with milk, It's good source of calcium when drank with milk.
    • Water- There are people like me, who prefer it with water.

    HOW TO MAKE IT WITH MILK?

    Add milk to a glass.
    Next add some basil seeds to it.
    Add some jelly, rooh afza syrup, and sugar.

    HOW TO MAKE IT WITH WATER?

    Add water to a glass.
    Next add some basil seeds, rooh afza syrup, water, and fresh lemon juice.
    Mix well.

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    Let's Make Rooh Afza!!!

    6 glasses of rooh afza standing in a row.
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    5-Minute Homemade Rooh Afza Drink

    Making 5-Minute Homemade Rooh Afza Drink-one with milk and one with water. Rooh Afza is a popular refreshing Pakistani rose syrup drink.
    Prep Time5 minutes mins
    Total Time5 minutes mins
    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: Indian, Pakistani
    Diet: Halal
    Keyword: iftar drink, ramadan drink, rooh afza, rooh afza drink, summer pakistani drink
    Servings: 2 people
    Calories: 344kcal
    Author: Sarah Mirza

    Ingredients

    • 1 tsp basil seeds soaked
    • 1 cup hot water

    Milk Version

    • 1 cup whole milk
    • 3 tbsp jelly of your choice
    • 2 tsp basil seeds soaked
    • 2 tbsp rooh afza syrup
    • 2 tbsp sugar optional you may skip it if syrup is sweet enough for you.

    Water Version

    • 1 cup water
    • 2 tbsp rooh afza syrup
    • 2 tbsp sugar
    • 2 tsp basil seeds soaked
    • 2 tsp fresh lemon juice

    Instructions

    • In a small bowl, add basil seeds and then add hot water and let it sit for 3-5 minutes until it gets double or triple in size.

    Milk Version

    • Add the milk to a glass and rest of the ingredients and mix everything together.

    Water Version

    • Add the water to a glass and rest of the ingredients and mix everything together.

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    Nutrition

    Serving: 2cups | Calories: 344kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 44mg | Sodium: 367mg | Potassium: 66mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 39g | Vitamin A: 379IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 293mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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