A thirst comes along with summer in all its fullness. In India, there are many drinks that can refresh you completely and among these is a local Indian drink that not only makes the body feel cool but also sweetly, spicily and tangily pampers your taste buds. This health-boosting drink, called Aam Panna (Mango Drink), is an age-old traditional beverage known for its healing properties, which have been part of Indian homes for ages. Let’s get started! I want to take you on a journey to experience this refreshing delight of Aam Panna recipe, the perfect summer quencher.
Why I LOVE… This Recipe!
I am obsessed with Aam Panna and why not?… for starters, it is an explosion of flavors in the mouth – sour mangoes, some spices to give it a zing, and then coolness from mint.
This makes a good way to quench thirst; insert fresh mint and an ice cube if you want to make it colder, keep the syrup refrigerated for long.
Moreover, there is something gratifying about making this delightful drink.
I like that balance between being not too strong but refreshing and chill at once.
It’s basic, it’s delicious and also the quintessential summer time refreshment companion.
Introduction to Aam Panna
Aam panna recipe is a lively summery drink, which is made from raw or green mangoes, jaggery/sugar along with different spices. It has a unique taste that combines sweetness and sourness so it can easily be considered as the best option for summers. This drink is also known by its cool properties and wonderful taste.
The green Mangoes can be cooked by boiling or roasting them and later on peeled and blended together with sugary/jaggery and spices like cumin, black/pink salt or mint leaves.
Mangoes are indigenous to South Asia and have been cultivated in India for more than 4,000 years. That alone speaks much of what mangoes are used for interesting stuff in India such as beverages, savoury, salads, pickles as well as desserts
Health Benefits of Aam Panna
Aam panna’s health benefits are numerous. The main ingredient of this amazing drink that is green mango contains Vitamin C & B, antioxidants. The health advantages of this Aam Panna also come from spices such as cumin and black salt. Cumin is good for digestion because it helps in regulating digestive system functions. On the other hand Black/Pink salt does not only add taste but also acts as body cooling agent. Additionally those who suffer from heartburn or bloating will find it beneficial.
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Ingredients
- 1 no large Raw Mango about 400 gm
- ½ tsp Fennel Seeds
- ¼ tsp Black Pepper
- ¼ tsp Roasted Cumin Powder
- 1 tsp Pink Salt Rock Salt
- 1/3 cup Jaggery
- 8-10 no Mint Leaves
- 500 ml Water
Instructions
Preparation of Mango
- Begin by thoroughly rinsing the raw mango. Place it in a pressure cooker filled with water.
- Cook until you hear one whistle, then lower the flame and let it simmer for 10 more minutes. This process softens the mango and makes it easy to extract the pulp.
- Soaking Fennel Seeds: While the mango cooks, soak the fennel seeds in a small bowl of water for about 30 minutes. Fennel seeds add a unique aromatic flavor to the drink. After soaking, strain the seeds to remove the water. This step enhances their fragrance and makes grinding easier.
- Cooling and Peeling Mango: Once the mango is cooked, let it cool down before draining the water. The skin should peel off effortlessly. Remove the pulp with a spoon or your hands and place it in a mixing bowl.
- Creating the Pulp Mixture: To the mango pulp, add the soaked fennel seeds, roasted cumin powder, black pepper powder, salt, and jaggery. These ingredients bring a perfect balance of spice, sweetness, and tanginess to the drink.
- Blending: Use a blender to grind the mixture into a smooth paste. The consistency should be thick and even.
- Final Touches: Transfer the paste into a large bowl/Pitcher. Add mint leaves (saving some for garnish), ice cubes, and chilled water. Whisk well until everything is well incorporated completely.
- Serving: Serve the Aam Panna chilled, garnished with mint sprigs and extra ice cubes if desired. This drink not only quenches thirst but also revitalizes the body during hot summer days.
- Enjoy your homemade Aam Panna, a perfect blend of tangy, sweet, and aromatic flavors that promise to refresh and invigorate.
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