Aam Panna Recipe: The Ultimate Summer Drink for Hydration

A conversation starter, memory maker is what Aam Panna should be known for, bringing people together. We all have fond memories of playing in summer and then spending a lush amount of time savoring fresh cut summer fruits and drinks like chaas , thandai to tackle the hot weather . 

Aam Panna is one memorable drink for Indians. This tantalising, tangy drink with raw mangoes has always been a favourite summer drink—the ultimate chill beverage that rejuvenates and refreshes us from the scorching heat.

Aam Panna is the perfect concoction of sweet and sour flavours that hydrates you, cools you down and leaves a delightful aftertaste in your mouth. Read on to learn more about the health benefits of Aam Panna, and if you are curious about the recipe, we have also got you some tips for making more lip-smacking.

Health Benefits of Aam Panna

It is typically known for its refreshing properties and is usually consumed during hot and humid weather to beat the heat. Some of the health benefits of consuming Aam Panna include:

Rich in nutrients

Raw mangoes are used to make Aam Panna and it is rich in vitamins A and C, potassium, and other essential nutrients that aids in boosting immunity, promoting healthy skin, and aids in digestion.

Hydration

Aam Panna is an amazing drink to keep your body hydrated during summer. It helps in replenishing fluids and electrolytes lost through sweat, thereby preventing dehydration.

Rich in Vitamin C

Raw mangoes are an excellent source of vitamin C, a necessary nutrient that aids in boosting immunity, improving skin health, and fighting oxidative stress in the body.

Improves digestion

Aam Panna contains digestive enzymes that aid in enhancing digestion and prevent bloating, constipation, and other digestive disorders.

Regulates body temperature

Aam Panna has an amazing cooling effect on the body, which aids in regulating body temperature and preventing heat stroke.

Detoxifies the body

Aam Panna has detoxifying properties that helps in flushing out the toxins from the body and promotes overall health and well-being.

Helps in weight loss

Aam Panna is a low-calorie drink that helps in satisfying hunger and preventing overeating, thus aiding in weight loss.

Anti-inflammatory properties

Raw mangoes contain antioxidants that might aid in alleviating inflammation and protect the body from free radicals. This could be particularly beneficial for people with inflammatory conditions like arthritis.

Here’s an easy recipe for Aam Panna that you could try making at home:

Ingredients 

• 5 medium size raw mango
• 2 cups water
• 1 tbsp fennel seeds
• Himalayan pink salt
• 1⅓ cups sugar
• 2 tbsp fresh ginger powder
• Mint leaves
• For masala – ingredients
• 1 tbsp cumin seeds
• 1 tbsp cardamom powder
• 2⅓ tbsp black pepper powder

Steps for making

• Add raw mangos and pour 2 cup water in a pressure cooker
• Cover and pressure cook for 2-3 whistles 
• Cool it down completely, and peel mango skin.
• Transfer the mango pulp into a bowl, and add some ginger powder.
• In a bowl, add a few fennel seeds and let it soak for a few minutes.

For masala

• In a heating pan, add green cardamom powder, black pepper powder, cumin seeds, and salt and then dry roast them.
• After it has cooled down, put it in a grinder jar and grind it until it becomes a fine powder.
• In the same jar, include ginger powder, raw mango pulp, soaked fennel seeds, and grind it until it becomes a smooth paste.
• Include sugar, mint leaves, and a few ice cubes, and grind it until you have achieved a smooth paste.
• Take a spoonful of Aam Panna concentrate in a glass and add a few ice cubes.
• Try pouring it into ice-cold water and mix it thoroughly.
• Lastly, savour the Aam Panna with freshly garnished mint leaves.

Summary

As the mercury begins to soar and the sun beats down, we all do crave a refreshing drink that would quench our thirst and cool us down. Also, when it comes to referring to us during the summer heat, nothing quite matches the tall glass of Aam Panna! 

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