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    Pakistani Limca

    Posted by Sarah Mirza on Sep 3, 2021 (Modified Sep 4, 2024) · 12 Comments

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    5 from 6 votes

    Sarah: Limca is a Pakistani-style lemonade soda. Whether you want to beat the heat, savor the flavor, or have Nimbu Pani at the end of the day, this is certainly the drink for you! I often find that simplicity breeds quality when done right -- this drink is a prime marker of this philosophy! It's a simple, fizzy drink, but has captured the heart of Pakistan.

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    WHAT'S A LIMCA?

    Pakistani Limca  is a masala-embedded drink with a wedge of limes; it's a white frizzy drink not unlike sprite. Limca is an immortalized favorite of mine, similar to my other favorite: Traditional Lassi (Yogurt Drink).

    with the sprite bottle

    WHERE DO I FIND LIMCA ?

    Pakistani Limca is one of the most common food beverages in Karachi and, safe to say, in the whole of Pakistan during the summer. The refreshing variations from one street vendor to another are astounding! When coming up with this recipe I closed my eyes, reminisced back to that fresh glass of Limca I guzzled down on the streets of Karachi in 2011, and went to work perfecting this timeless recipe.

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    WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF LIMCA?

    • It helps fight the heat.
    • it flushes out all toxins.
    • It helps us with digestion.
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    WHAT ARE THE INGREDIENTS IN LIMCA?

    • Cumin Powder
    • Chaat Masala
    • Black Salt
    • Fresh Lemon Juice
    • Wedges of Limes
    • Sprite
    limca ingredient shot

    HOW DO YOU PREPARE LIMCA?

    • In a fry pan, on medium heat, lightly dry roast the cumin powder.
    • Pour the dry roasted cumin powder in a empty small bowl.
    • Next add chaat masala and 1 tsp black salt and mix well.
    • Take 1 tsp of the masala mixture that you just made and add to an empty glass.
    • Now add fresh lemon juice.
    • Next add couple ice cubes.
    • Now add in the lime wedges.
    • Add the sprite in.
    • Lastly, add ¼ tsp of black salt and mix everything.
    • Garnish with a sprig of mint.
    limca main picture

    The refreshing Limca drink is a staple for the summers, and a dear favorite of mine. We also have more refreshing drinks on our blog such as: Watermelon Lemonade , Traditional Lassi (Yogurt Drink) and Mango Lassi (THE BEST) . If you have any questions about our recipes, techniques, have a recipe request, or you just want to say hi! Please feel free to message us and As always, if you try any of our recipes be sure to tag us on instagram @twoclovesinapot. Find us on Pinterest too, @twoclovesinapot. Please subscribe to our newsletter. We value honest feedback.
     

    Let's Make Pakistani Limca 

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    5 from 6 votes

    Pakistani Limca

    Limca is a homemade Pakistani lemonade soda. It's so refreshing, flavorful, and helps to beat the summer heat. Made with fresh lemon juice, sprite, black salt, and spices.
    Prep Time3 minutes mins
    Total Time3 minutes mins
    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: Indian, Pakistani
    Diet: Low Fat
    Keyword: indian limca, karachi limca, limca, limca recipe, limca the recipe, nimbu pani, nimbu pani recipe, pakistani limca, street style limca
    Servings: 1
    Calories: 18kcal
    Author: Sarah Mirza

    Ingredients

    • 1 tsp cumin powder
    • 1 tsp chaat masala
    • 1¼ tsp black salt
    • 1 tsp lemon juice
    • 2 wedges lime
    • ½ cup sprite
    • 1 sprig mint

    Instructions

    • In a fry pan, on medium heat, lightly dry roast the cumin powder.
    • Pour the dry roasted cumin powder in a empty small bowl.
    • Next add chaat masala and 1 tsp black salt and mix well.
    • Take 1 tsp of the masala mixture that you just made and add to an empty glass.
    • Now add fresh lemon juice.
    • Next add couple ice cubes.
    • Now add in the lime wedges.
    • Add the sprite in.
    • Lastly, add ¼ tsp of black salt and mix everything.
    • Garnish with a sprig of mint.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 18kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 4mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 11IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 1mg
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      5 from 6 votes (2 ratings without comment)

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    1. Maham Ehab says

      September 03, 2021 at 10:55 am

      It doesn’t get better than this!!!!

      Reply
      • Sarah Mirza says

        September 04, 2021 at 4:00 am

        I agree🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻❤️

        Reply
    2. Tayyaba Touseef says

      September 04, 2021 at 8:50 am

      5 stars
      I followed the recipe and Omggggg Pakistan yaad a giya this drink took me down the memory lane to my childhood 😩♥️ Maza a giya so yummy 😋 so refreshing. Thank you so much for sharing the recipe. ♥️😘

      Reply
      • Sarah Mirza says

        September 04, 2021 at 9:04 am

        Thank you so much 😘😘😘

        Reply
    3. Tayyaba Touseef says

      September 08, 2021 at 3:31 pm

      5 stars
      This gorgeous drink has become my go to drink a daily must, yea apnay kaysa jadu kr diya heheheh 😁♥️♥️♥️

      Reply
      • Sarah Mirza says

        September 09, 2021 at 1:02 pm

        hayeee no magic just Amazing ingredients doing their chemistry.

        Reply
    4. Faiza Shahid Majeed says

      September 18, 2021 at 10:36 pm

      5 stars
      This recipe is spot on. Super easy and reminded me of Pakistan. Everyone loved it in my house. Five stars

      Reply
      • Sarah Mirza says

        September 19, 2021 at 12:23 am

        Thank you so much ❤️

        Reply
    5. Amber Masud says

      September 24, 2021 at 8:14 pm

      5 stars
      I made it on a hot day. So refreshing and yum. Super easy too. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Sarah Mirza says

        September 24, 2021 at 11:46 pm

        Thank you so much glad you liked it. 😍❤️

        Reply
    6. mahwish says

      August 16, 2023 at 10:45 am

      love this recipe

      Reply
      • Sarah Mirza says

        August 19, 2023 at 6:59 pm

        Thanks so much means a lot!

        Reply

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