Summer is the season of mangoes, a fruit that is as delicious as it is versatile. When it is raw, the mango is tangy and refreshing, and is often consumed with a spice rub, or is used as a sour ingredient in many dishes. When ripe, mangoes are sweet enough to be considered a dessert in themselves or to enhance the flavour of other sweet dishes.
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However, celebrity chef and MasterChef India judge Kunal Kapur decided to bring the distinct flavours of raw and ripe mangoes together to prepare the ultimate refreshing summer drink: instant aam panna.
Known for its refreshing properties, the usually tangy drink is popular across the country as an antidote to the scorching summer heat. But Kunal Kapur’s signature version brings along the sweetness as well, elevating the falvour profile to the next level.
Taking to Instagram on June 11, he shared the recipe, writing in the caption, “Cool down with this refreshing Instant Aam Panna, the ultimate summer drink packed with the tangy goodness of raw mangoes and aromatic spices. It’s quick to make, incredibly hydrating, and perfect for beating the heat on busy days.”
The detailed steps to prepare are as follows.
Ingredients for instant aam panna
- Raw mangoes: 3/4 cup
- Ripe mango: 1 cup
- Sugar: 1 cup
- Roasted cumin: 1 tbsp
- Salt: to taste
- Black salt: 1 tsp
- Mint leaves: a handful
- Water: 3 cups
Method of preparation
- Wash the raw mango well, then take the skin off with the help of a peeler. Cut the mango into thin slices, and then chop them into small pieces.
- Wash and peel the ripe mango with a knife, and then chop it into small pieces as well.
- In a blender, add the chopped raw mango, chopped ripe mango, sugar, roasted cumin, salt, black salt, mint leaves and some water. Blend it all well until they turn into a smoothie.
- In a large bowl, add lots of ice cubes. Pour the prepared mango smoothie into the bowl with the ice. Give it a good stir, and the instant aam panna is ready.
- Serve into glasses with a ladle and enjoy.
More about Kunal Kapur
Kunal Kapur is a celebrity chef and restaurateur who is also one of the hosts of MasterChef India. Born in September 1979 in New Delhi, he pursued higher education in hotel management. However, his training in culinary skills began at home with his father and grandfather. He began his career with the Taj Group of Hotels and has since won numerous awards as a chef. He has also opened his own establishments across the country and abroad.
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