Aam Panna | Aam Poda Shorbot
On a hot summer day, just water is very important, but it can get a little boring. So we find different ways to stay hydrate through healthy drinks. Aam Panna is the term used in most part of India, while Aam Poda Shorbot is the West Bengal version. The difference is that in most part of India, they would boil the green mango. While in West Bengal, we make the Aam Poda Shorbot by charring the green mango in open fire. Charring definitely adds a subtle smoky aroma to the drink, which goes so well with the rest of the spices.
Ingredients you need for Aam Panna Concentrate
Green Mango Fresh mint leaves Black Salt Chaat masala or Bengali Bhaja Moshla Sugar
HERE IS THE VIDEO of Aam Poda Concentrate
Aam Poda Concentrate
I prefer to make the Aam Poda Concentrate and save in a bottle in the refrigerator for couple weeks. The concentrate can then be used to prepare the simple Aam Panna drink, or use in a cocktail. It can also be used to prepare popsicles or granitas. If you enjoy spicy food and drinks, you can char couple green chilies along with the green mango.
What is black salt?
One key ingredient that goes in most of these summer coolers is black salt. Don’t go by the name because it’s more dark purple in color and when grounded, it turns into this lovely pink color. It’s a type of rock salt that’s being infused with herbs and spices, which makes it quite medicinal. It might not be easily available everywhere, in which case, plain salt or Himalayan salt would work too. Whatever spices or herb you choose, just keep it low profile or else you will not be able to enjoy the flavor of fresh raw mangoes.
VIDEO OF AAM PODA SHORBOT
Just add a couple spoon of the Aam Poda Concentrate along with ice cube, lemon slices and then pour either water or soda or sparkling water. You can add more sugar or salt based on your tastebud. I like to rim the glass with Tajin powder, and it helps to add that subtle heat at every sip.
