Thakka Udhaak(Lean Masala Buttermilk)

Thakka Udhaak(Lean Masala Buttermilk)

This is a native summer drink in most parts of southern  India.

Ingredients:

curd-2 cups(sour),

water-12 cups,

green chillies-4,,

ginger-1″ piece,

curry leaves-3 sticks,

lemon leaves-4(optional) and

salt to taste.

Method:

De-skin ginger.

Wash all the condiments and crush them well in a mixer.

Churn the curd using 2 cups of water.

Add the remaining water after churning.

Add salt and the crushed masala and mix well .

The masala buttermilk is ready.

NOTE:A pinch of hing can also be added as per choice.

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Panak(Spicy Jagerry Drink)

Panak(Spicy Jagerry Drink)

This drink is mostly prepared and distributed to the public in temples during festival days(in summer time). The taste is on the sweeter side. It is a good quencher of the thirst.

Ingredients:

jagerry-2 cups,

water -10 cups,

sunt powder(dry ginger)-1 tsp,

jeera powder- 1tsp

cardamom powder-1/2 tsp and

salt-1 tsp.

Method:

Mix jagerry in water.

Ensure that it completely dissolves. (To hasten the process, crush jagerry and add the water. Stir with a laddle. Boil the liquid adding all condiment powders and salt. Remove from flame. Let it cool.

Panak is ready. It can be served as a cold drink.

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