Name: Refreshing Bale Panna Recipe: A Cool & Tangy Bengali Drink
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 medium Wood Apple (also known as bale); 1/2 cup Water; 1 cup Yogurt (curd, preferably plain and thick); 2 tsp Sugar (adjust according to your preference, or to taste); 1/2 tsp Salt (or to taste); 1/2 cup Ice Cubes

Refreshing Bale Panna Recipe: A Cool & Tangy Bengali Drink

30 minutes

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Bengali

About Refreshing Bale Panna Recipe: A Cool & Tangy Bengali Drink

Beat the summer heat with this authentic Bengali Bale Panna recipe! This traditional drink is a delightful blend of sweet and tart flavors, made with the unique extract of wood apples (bale), creamy yogurt (curd), and a touch of sugar and salt. It's not only incredibly refreshing but also boasts digestive benefits, making it a perfect healthy start to your day or a revitalizing midday treat.

Bale Panna is a quintessential summer beverage in Bengal, prized for its cooling properties and unique taste. This recipe provides a simple yet effective method to capture the essence of this beloved drink, allowing you to enjoy its wholesome goodness in the comfort of your home.

Easy to make and packed with flavor, this recipe is perfect for both experienced cooks and beginners. Prepare to be amazed by the wonderfully refreshing taste of this traditional Bengali cooler!

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Recipe Time & More

Prep15

Cook15

Total30

Calories45 kcal

Serves

Served AsBreakfast

Recipe TasteSalty Sweet

Ingredients

For the Wood Apple Extract

▢ 1 medium Wood Apple also known as bale
▢ 1/2 cup Water

For the Drink

▢ 1 cup Yogurt curd, preferably plain and thick
▢ 2 tsp Sugar adjust according to your preference, or to taste
▢ 1/2 tsp Salt or to taste
▢ 1/2 cup Ice Cubes

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Instructions

Prepare the Wood Apple Extract

Scoop out the pulp from the wood apple.
Add the pulp to a bowl with 1/2 cup of water and mix well.
Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any seeds or fibers, collecting the extract in a bowl or pitcher.

Assemble the Bale Panna

In a glass or serving cup, combine the wood apple extract, yogurt, sugar, and salt.
Stir well to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
Add ice cubes.
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Bale Panna!

Recipe Notes

Expert Tips for the Perfect Bale Panna

For a richer flavor, use ripe and slightly overripe wood apples. The pulp will be softer and easier to extract.
Adjust the amount of sugar and salt according to your preference. Some prefer it slightly more sweet or tart.
If you don't have a fine-mesh sieve, you can use a cheesecloth to strain the wood apple mixture.
For a creamier texture, use full-fat yogurt. You can also add a splash of milk or water to adjust the consistency to your liking.