Sattu Sharbat Recipe Sattu Drink

From ages, people in India are using it in the best possible creative manner to prepare a variety of regional dishes. Sattu Sharbat is one such traditional summer drink recipe. It is a popular summer coolant across the Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and Jharkhand. Sattu is a protein-packed flour prepared with roasted brown chickpeas (kala chana). Yes, that’s it! Sattu is an everyday humble flour loaded with all the qualities of a superfood. It is also known as sattua, sattu ka atta, or sattu flour.

Health Benefits of Sattu

Sattu ka atta (flour) is ideal for the nourishment of the human body especially during the hot Indian summer season. It gives you an instant burst of energy and excellent protection against the heat strokes.

Helps in digestion Keeps you hydrated Great source of energy Control blood sugar level Plant based protein source

Culinary Use: From paratha, kachori, baati, ladoo to smoothie you can make anything tasty using the sattu flour. For those who enjoy stuffed parathas, the sattu paratha is an excellent Indian breakfast recipe. For many hard-working farmers in India, sattu sharbat is a quick, inexpensive energy drink sans any steroids that will get them hydrated and energised throughout the day in the fields.

Ingredients Required For Sharbat

Sattu Flour is the key ingredient to make this Indian sharbat. Mint, Coriander, Green Chilli, Ginger, Cumin to make a green paste to flavour the sattu drink. Lemon adds a delicious flavour and Vitamin C. Salt and sugar gives a balanced taste to the sattu sharbat. Water, and ice cubes. Chopped onion is one of the optional ingredients

How To Make Sattu Drink

Blend fresh mint leaves, coriander leaves, green chilli, ginger, cumin seeds, and granulated white sugar to a coarse paste using water. Now in a jug or a big glass, combine sattu flour, green paste, salt, lemon juice, and water. Whisk to combine nicely. Taste, if required add more seasoning. Add ice cubes, and chopped coriander for garnishing. Sattu Sharbat is ready to serve. I am a big fan and advocate of local Indian drinks. Reason? They are free of any preservative, artificial colour, or carbon-dioxide. Most of them prepared with the best available seasonal. And the added bonus is a great taste. Once you try the sattu sharbat recipe it will surely become one of your favourite summer coolers.