Jigarthanda is the most popular drink which
originated in the South Indian city of Madurai in Tamil Nadu. Jigarthanda is a
unique milk based drink, with two main ingredients Badam Pisin and Nannari Syrup[Indian
Sarsaparilla] which has a cooling effect on the system. Badam Pisin is an
edible gum collected from badam/almond trees. Badam tree bark secretes the gum
and it gets dried up, which is later collected and used for medicinal purposes/
They look like little rocks which are white in color and an excellent natural body
coolant. Badam Pisin is a natural jelly which can be consumed by everyone to
beat the heat. Also check out how to make Badam Pisin Milk in the link and enjoy.
Nannari Syrup prepared from Nannari roots has
numerous health benefits. It is an excellent natural body coolant, when had in
the form of sharbets will keep us hydrated. It is an excellent blood purifier
and a wonderful health tonic. Nannari syrup is an effective home remedy for
stomach disorders, indigestion and relieves body pain. Jigarthanda drink has
one other important key ingredient it is none other than the ice cream, you can
either prepare ice cream at home or use a store bought one. I will very soon
post the homemade ice cream for jigarthanda in my coming posts. For now friends
do try out this extra cooling and tempting Jigarthanda and have a lovely day.
Here’s how to make Jigarthanda with step by step
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