Ambil – Nachni and Buttermilk Drink

It is a popular drink made in Karnataka during the summer season to hydrate and cools down the body. It is made using Nachni (ragi) flour and buttermilk with some spices making it a perfect drink to sip on in the summer heat. It can be had by everyone right from 6-month-old babies to adult’s and is very healthy and filling.

• 1 tsp (15 gms) Nachni flour
• 1 cup of water (200ml)
• 1 Cup buttermilk (2 Tsp curd and water)
• 2 tsp coriander or mint leaves finely chopped
• 1/2 tsp jeera powder
• 1/2 tsp fresh ginger grated
• Salt to taste

• In a cup take 1 tsp Nachni flour and add some water mix well so that there are no lumps.
• Take a pan to add 1 cup water and get it to boil add the above paste and cook till brown and thick.
• Let it cool.
• Once cool add buttermilk, chopped coriander or mint leaves, jeera powder, fresh ginger, and salt.
• Mix well, pour it in a glass and garnish with coriander or mint leaves.
• Serve cold.