Nothing beats a glass of cool Aam Panna when the summer season sets in. This traditional Indian drink made with fresh raw mangoes is not only tasty but also high in essential nutrients that can help you beat the heat. While it is commonly accessible in local stores, making it at home may be a fun and enjoyable experience.
This definitive guide will teach you how to make the perfect Aam Panna at home using items that are readily available in your pantry.
From choosing the right mangoes to adding the perfect blend of spices, we have included everything in this guide for you to follow. Prepare to wow your friends and family with your newfound culinary abilities, and then relax with a refreshing glass of Aam Panna. What else do you need? Just try this recipe and reward yourself…! I am sure you will!!
So, get ready to quench your thirst with this delightful summer cocktail and wow your guests with your culinary talents!
Why is this drink called Aam Panna?
Aam Panna loosely translates to ‘tangy raw mango drink’. As the name implies, this pleasant beverage is made from raw/unripe mangoes. So the name – Aam Panna – Hope I answered..!
This drink is traditionally brewed throughout the summer, particularly in northern India. This drink is vegan and of course a summer sipper. It is seasoned with roasted cumin powder and black salt before serving.
Health benefits of Aam Panna
- As it prevents heat stroke, it helps to keep the body cool during the summer.
- This refreshing drink helps treat digestive issues.
- It contains vitamins, minerals, and electrolytes. Raw mango when combined with jaggery, provides an iron boost.
- Helps in dealing with constipation issues
Ingredients needed to make Aam Panna
2 raw mangoes
Fresh mint leaves
Lemon slice for garnishing
2 cups water
1 tsp roasted cumin powder
1 cup sugar
1 tsp black salt
How to make Aam Panna at home
Step 1: Rinse the raw mangoes in running water. Peel the mangoes and place them in a pressure cooker and add 2 cups drinking water.
Step 2: On medium heat, pressure cook for 4-5 whistles.
Step 3: Remove the cover once the pressure has subsided on its own. Once mix is cool, remove the seeds from boiled mangoes and mash the pulp gently.
Step 4: Pour the mixture in a container/bowl. Let the mixture cool down for sometimes. For a thin/running consistency, you may also add 250 ml of chilled water to this mix.
Step 5: To the panna, add black salt, sugar and cumin powder. Mix thoroughly.
Step 6: Pour it into glasses and add sliced lemon and mint leaves for garnishing.
Step 7: Now add ice cubes and serve chilled.
Tips for perfect Aam Panna
Use unripe, tart mangoes. For the flavor to be ideal, the mangoes must be sour.
I would recommend peeling the mangoes before boiling them. You can boil the mangoes in drinking water. In this instance, you would not need to strain.
In a pressure cooker, cook the mangoes for 4-5 whistles.
Light brown sugar, jaggery, or sugar syrup can be substituted for white sugar.
Refrigerate the panna and serve chilled.
Add mint leaves to the mix for another variation.
Aam Panna Recipe – from traditional to trendy
Ingredients
- 2 raw mangoes
- fresh mint leaves
- 1 lemon slice for garnishing
- 2 cups water
- 1 tsp roasted cumin powder
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tsp black salt
Instructions
- Rinse the raw mangoes in running water.
- Peel the mangoes and place them in a pressure cooker and add 2 cups drinking water.
- On medium heat, pressure cook for 4-5 whistles.
- Remove the cover once the pressure has subsided on its own. Once mix is cool, remove the seeds from boiled mangoes and mash the pulp gently.
- Pour the mixture in a container/bowl. Let the mixture cool down for sometimes.
- To the Panna, add black salt, sugar and cumin powder. Mix thoroughly.
- Pour it into glasses and add sliced lemon and mint leaves for garnishing.
- Now add ice cubes and serve chilled.
Aam Panna – Variations
Roasted Aam Panna: Roasted mango can be a better option for you if you don’t want to boil it. This recipe is made by roasting unripe mango on a gas stove on a low-medium flame and flipping/turning it occasionally with tongs to ensure it is uniformly cooked on all sides. Once mango is cooked well, remove the mango from the heat and peel off the skin.
Aam Panna with Jaggery instead of Sugar: We all love healthy drinks so why not use Jaggery in place of sugar. To create this version, replace the sugar with jaggery powder. Jaggery is a natural sweetener that is highly recommended not only for this drink but also for other drinks where it can be used.
Aam Panna with Mint leaves: This recipe is made by combining fresh mint leaves with the traditional Aam Panna recipe. Fresh pudina (mint) leaves are added to give it a refreshing twist and a pinch of minty flavour. I would highly recommend to try this recipe as it’s really minty…!
Serving suggestions
Best to be served chilled in an ice-filled glass. Fill your selected glass halfway with Aam panna, top with ice cubes, then pour chilled water over it to serve. Some fresh mint leaves and a slice of lemon should be used to garnish this drink. You may serve this as a standalone drink or with your favorite side dishes/snacks such as Crispy Smashed Potatoes.
Storing Aam Panna for later use
Aam Panna can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 3-5 days. Transfer the refreshing Panna drink to an airtight container or bottle and chill. In general, I prefer to store drinks in bottles for later use. Please care to shake the bottle vigorously before serving to thoroughly mix all spices.
FAQ
What are the benefits of eating Aam Panna?
It helps to keep the body cool and protect from being dehydrated during the summer. As this drink is packed with nutrients, it also helps treat digestive issues.
Is Aam Panna good for stomach?
Yes, as I mentioned earlier this drink is really refreshing and good for digestion.
General QnA
What is Aam Panna called in english?
Aam translates to ‘Mango’ and Panna means a tangy/tart drink. So, it can be called as ‘Tangy raw mango drink’.
