Refreshing Odisha Guda Panna Recipe: Jaggery & Fruit Summer Drink
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About Refreshing Odisha Guda Panna Recipe: Jaggery & Fruit Summer Drink
Beat the heat with this authentic Odisha Guda Panna recipe – a vibrant and refreshing jaggery fruit drink deeply rooted in Odia culture. Traditionally enjoyed during festivals like Vishub Pana Sankranthi, this isn't just a beverage; it's a taste of Odisha's heart, a delicious ritual uniting families and celebrating summer's bounty.This easy recipe blends the earthy sweetness of jaggery with a medley of fresh, seasonal fruits: apples, mangoes, pomegranates, bananas, and sapodilla. A subtle spice blend of black pepper, cardamom, and nutmeg adds warmth, while a touch of edible camphor (optional) lends a traditional twist. Prepare for a taste sensation that's both uniquely delicious and deeply symbolic!
Recipe Time & More
Prep10 hours
Total10 hours
Ingredients
- 500 ml Water chilled
- 100 gm Jaggery grated
- 1 Apple fresh, finely chopped
- 1 Mango fresh, and finely chopped, peeled, ripe
- 1/4 cup Pomegranate seeds
- 2 Banana ripe
- 1 Sapodilla fresh, and finely chopped, peeled
- 1 tsp Pepper crushed, black
- 2 Cardamom pods, crushed
- 1 pinch Nutmeg ground
- 1/2 cup Coconut freshly grated
- 1 pinch Edible Camphor optional
Instructions
Dissolve Jaggery:
- Dissolve grated jaggery in a portion of chilled water. Stir until completely dissolved. Add a pinch of crushed cardamom pods for enhanced aroma (optional).
Mash Bananas:
- Add ripe bananas and gently mash them with a fork. Aim for some texture; don't over-mash.
Combine Fruits & Spices:
- Add chopped apples, mangoes, pomegranate seeds, and sapodilla. Stir gently to combine. Incorporate crushed black pepper, remaining crushed cardamom, and ground nutmeg. Stir in a pinch of edible camphor (optional).
Final Touches:
- Stir in the remaining chilled water. Add grated coconut (optional). Taste and adjust sweetness as needed. Serve immediately for optimal flavor and texture.
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips
- Fruit Selection: Use ripe, in-season fruits for the best flavor. Adjust the fruit quantities to your preference.
- Jaggery Quality: Opt for high-quality, unrefined jaggery for a richer, more authentic taste.
- Spice it Up: Don't be afraid to experiment with the spice blend. A pinch of ginger can also add a delightful complexity.
- Chill Factor: Using very cold water ensures a wonderfully refreshing drink, especially on a hot day. Consider using ice cubes for extra coolness.
Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.3gSodium: 11mgPotassium: 436mgFiber: 5gSugar: 43gVitamin A: 625IUVitamin C: 28mgCalcium: 32mgIron: 1mg
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I’m excited to make this at home!
This is a fantastic recipe! Thanks for sharing.
So delicious! Excited to make it.
I have tasted this prasad in few temples.
This looks divine! Can’t wait to make it.