Panakon
Panakon is a slightly spicy tamarind lemonade, served during prayers and religious festivals. This refreshing drink originates from South India.
Recipe Ingredients
- 1 large apple
- 1 juicing orange
- 5 limes (or more)
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon ground cardamom and cardamom seeds
- 350g brown sugar (cassonade)
- 1 tablespoon tamarind paste (or 1 large fresh tamarind)
- about 5 to 5½ liters water
Instructions
- 1
Cut two orange slices and one lime into slices and set aside for decoration.
- 2
Press the orange and add its juice to the large jar or fountain.
- 3
Add the ground cardamom (with seeds) and ground ginger to the jar.
- 4
Slice the remaining limes and press their juice into the jar, reserving squeezed halves for other uses.
- 5
Add the brown sugar and tamarind paste (or fresh tamarind) to the jar.
- 6
Peel and core the apple, then grate it finely, ideally using a food processor to retain the juice.
- 7
Add the grated apple and mix well so the sugar dissolves and the spices release their aroma.
- 8
Add about 5 to 5.5 liters of water and stir thoroughly.
- 9
Add the reserved orange and lime slices for decoration.
- 10
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 to 3 hours before serving, ideally with ice cubes.
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