Stay Cool This Summer with Kerala's Traditional Probiotic Drink Recipe
Pineapples, mangoes, green chillies: Kerala’s 500-year-old probiotic summer drink keeps you cool naturally. Bangalore food blogger shares easy homemade recipe
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Food blogger Hina Gujral shares a homemade recipe for a traditional Kerala-style probiotic drink made from pineapple, raw mango, and green chillies. This refreshing beverage not only cools the body but also aids digestion and replenishes electrolytes, making it an ideal choice for hot summer days.
- 01The drink combines pineapple, raw mango, and green chillies for a unique flavor.
- 02Fermentation is crucial for creating probiotics that support gut health.
- 03Rock salt is preferred over iodised salt to ensure proper fermentation.
- 04The drink serves as a natural alternative to sugary summer beverages.
- 05Preparation requires 24 to 48 hours of fermentation at room temperature.
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As summer temperatures rise, staying hydrated and maintaining gut health becomes essential. Food blogger Hina Gujral introduces a traditional Kerala-style probiotic drink that combines pineapple, raw mango, and green chillies. This homemade beverage is not only refreshing but also supports digestion and replenishes electrolytes. To prepare, cut a pineapple and a raw mango into pieces and combine them in a clean glass jar with four green chillies, rock salt, mishri, black mustard seeds, yellow mustard, and red chilli flakes. After adding cooled boiled water, seal the jar tightly and let it ferment on the kitchen counter for 24 to 48 hours. Gujral emphasizes that using rock salt instead of iodised salt is crucial for successful fermentation, which enhances the drink's probiotic content. This flavorful drink offers a wholesome alternative to commercial cooling beverages, providing a natural way to stay energized and hydrated during the hot summer months.
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This traditional drink offers a healthy, natural alternative to sugary beverages, promoting better hydration and gut health during the summer.
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