Sattu drink or sharbat is a quick, fuss- free cooler. Majorly from Bihar cuisine, this traditionally prepared beverage is a refreshing, healthy and cooling drink in the scorching summers of India.

Ingredients:

Roasted chana flour – 10(g)

Mint leaves – 2-3 leaves

Lemon – ¼ tbsp (as per your taste, add or reduce the quantity)

Black salt- a pinch

Black pepper- a pinch

Jeera powder- a pinch

Procedure:

1. Add 2 tablespoons of roasted chana flour in the glass along with pinch of black salt, jeera powder and black pepper.
2. For some sourness can add lemon juice to it.
3. Pour a chilled or cold water to it
4. Stir & mix it well to break the lumps if any.
5. Ready to enjoy your drink!

One serving (200ml) of sattu drink

Extra notes:

1. Sattu sharbat/drink is a natural cooler and is filled with great nutrients that can hydrate while boosting your energy levels.
2. Adding curd to this drink will help maintain your gut health by making it a probiotic drink.
3. As it is rich in protein, it helps to repair and rebuild muscles during recovery for athletes.
4. It is a low glycaemic index (GI) food which makes it beneficial to maintain blood sugar levels and regulates cholesterol.
5. It is rich in calcium and magnesium, beneficial for bone health.
6. Its iron-rich properties promote the growth of red blood cells, improve circulation and lower inflammation.
7. It contains vitamin b complex that helps boost the energy levels.