Sukku Coffee Recipe (Dry Ginger Herbal Coffee)

Sukku Coffee is a caffeine-free, spiced herbal decoction made with dry ginger, black pepper, coriander seeds, and other warming spices. It's perfect for treating colds, coughs, indigestion, or simply warming the body.

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp sukku podi (dry ginger powder mix) – see below
• 2 cups water
• 1 tbsp palm jaggery or regular jaggery (adjust to taste)
• Optional: few holy basil (tulsi) leaves

Directions

1. Boil water: In a saucepan, add 2 cups of water and 1 tbsp of sukku podi.
2. Simmer: Boil for 5–7 minutes until it reduces slightly.
3. Sweeten: Add jaggery and stir until dissolved.
4. Strain: Strain the herbal coffee into cups.
5. Serve hot: Best enjoyed warm on an empty stomach or after meals.