Maharashtra Solkadhi Kokum Coconut Digestive Pink Drink

Method

1. 1

   Soak kokum in 1/2 cup warm water for 20 minutes until fully softened.

2. 2

   Squeeze each kokum piece firmly to extract all the pink-purple sour juice.

3. 3

   Strain. Discard the squeezed kokum pieces.

4. 4

   In a bowl combine kokum extract, thick coconut milk, 1 cup cold water, pounded garlic, crushed roasted cumin, finely chopped green chilli and salt.

5. 5

   Stir thoroughly until fully combined. The coconut milk will turn a beautiful pale pink from the kokum.

6. 6

   Taste and adjust salt and sourness.

7. 7

   Chill 20 minutes before serving.

8. 8

   Stir well before pouring. Garnish with coriander.

9. 9

   Serve cold.