Phaalse Ka Sharbat (Blackberry Downpour)

2 c Blackberries

2 1/2 c -Water

Raw sugar; to taste 1 pn Sea salt; small pinch

-Crushed ice, to serve Pineapple slices; to garnish Preparation time: 10 minutes plus overnight soaking and 30 minutes chilling time Soak the blackberries in the measured water overnight. Mash the blackberries into the water, then put the mixture through a sieve. Add sugar and salt and mix thoroughly. Refrigerate the mixture for about 30 minutes. Serve in tall glasses, topped with crushed ice and garnished with pineapple. SERVES: 4 SOURCE: _Indian Vegetarian Cooking_ by Michael Pandya