DISH NAME : AAM PANHA / PANNA (RAW MANGO SWEET DRINK)

Preparation Time : 10 minutes

Cooking Time : 4 minutes

Description

Aam Panna also known as 'kyree (mango) panna',is renowned for its heat resistant properties & is popular in the western parts of India. This is the sweet Gujarati version. In the spicy version common in Northern parts of India, nutmeg, black salt, cumin powder and pepper powder are used.Then salt is also added. Again in that case sugar is optional.

Ayurvedic Note

1) Good summer drink. During summers we are exhausted, so this drink refreshes us.
2) Raw mango is pitta increasing food, but, after cooking this property comes down.
3) This is also good in controlling loose motions.
4) Helps in improving digestion.

Note

1) For a non sweet version, add dry roasted cumin (jeera) powder, peppercorns crushed and black salt to taste.
2) If you dont want to use a microwave, boil mangoes till well cooked on a stove top.
3) Preferably use mangoes which are not very sour.
4) Will keep for a week.
5) Roasting mangoes with peel on gas flame gives a smoky flavor. In that case need not boil mangoes. Remove skin after roasting, take the pulp and proceed with the recipe.
6) I have used a good pinch of saffron, hence the orange color.

Method

1) Combine mango with 1/2 cup water in a microwave safe bowl and microwave at 750 W for two minutes.
2) Add the sugar and microwave at 750 W for another two minutes.
3) Add the cardamom powder and mix well. Cool completely.
4) Grind in a blender to make a puree.
5) Add saffron & mix well.
6) Store refrigerated in an airtight bottle. While serving, take three to four tablespoons of the mixture in a glass and top it with 180 ml. water and ice. Serve the panha cold.

Serving Suggestions

1) This is the concentrated form. Dilute and serve with ice and cold water.