Madhya Pradesh Aam Panna Raw Mango Summer Drink Spiced

Method

1. 1

   Boil raw mangoes in water for 15 to 18 minutes until the skin splits and the flesh is completely soft.

2. 2

   Alternatively roast directly over a flame until charred on outside and soft inside.

3. 3

   Cool. Peel off the skin. Scoop out all the soft sour pulp.

4. 4

   Blend the mango pulp with 1 cup water, sugar, roasted cumin powder, black salt, regular salt, red chilli powder and mint leaves until completely smooth.

5. 5

   Add remaining cold water. Blend briefly.

6. 6

   Taste and adjust sourness (add more mango pulp if available), sweetness (add sugar), salt and spice.

7. 7

   Chill or pour over ice.

8. 8

   The aam panna should be bracingly sour, sweet, salty and spiced with a strong mint note.