Amlana

Preparation :5 mins
Cook :0 mins
Total Time :1252 hours 5 minutes
Servings :Makes 4 glasses

Ingredients :

2 tbsp chopped tamarind (imli)
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper (kalimirch)
1/4 tsp cardamom (elaichi) powder
1/2 tsp black salt (sanchal)
salt to taste

For The Garnish
2 tbsp finely chopped mint leaves (phudina)

Method :

Combine the tamarind and 1 cup of water in a deep bowl and mix well. Cover with a lid and keep aside for 2 hours.Transfer the tamarind-water mixture in a mixer and blend till smooth. Squeeze and strain the pulp in a deep bowl using a muslin cloth.Add the powdered sugar, pepper powder, cardamom powder, black salt, salt and 3 cups of water and mix well.Refrigerate for atleast 1 hour.Pour equal quantities of the drink into 4 individual glasses and serve chilled garnished with mint leaves.