Tangy Raw Mango drink .........AAM ka PANNA

Aam ka panna is royal refreshment drink in North India, with its unique salty, sweet and tangy taste, perfect during hot hot sunny days. I remember how much I relish it during my childhood summers with a special touch of my mother………

Raw mangoes 2 large sized
Cumin powder 2 tsps
Peppercorns (crushed) 1 tsp
Black salt to taste
Asafetida a small pinch
Sugar ¼ cup 

1/2 Cup Grated Jaggery

Mint leaves for garnishing

å Wash and boil mangoes. Let them cool. Peel, mash and strain the pulp. 

å Add cumin powder, crushed peppercorns, black salt, asafetida and sugar and grated jaggery . Mix well till sugar is dissolved. 

     åDivide the mixture into four tall glasses, fill it up with chilled water. Stir well and serve garnished with instantaneously roasted Cumin Seed Powder (it gives the unique flavor with aroma) and finely chopped fresh Mint Leaves along with a slice of lemon.