Various parts of India are currently experiencing extreme heat. In such a situation, people are taking many measures to get relief from the heat. Today we will tell you about some special Indian dishes, which not only protect you from heatstroke but also keep your body cool.
These dishes are traditional dishes of different states, which are made especially in summer. These are not only delicious, but are also helpful in improving digestion, maintaining hydration and preventing heat stroke.
In Bengali families, summer afternoons are considered incomplete without raw aamer tok dal. In this, lentils are boiled with turmeric and thin pieces of raw mango are added. This dish is simple yet very tasty and healthy.
Thayir Sadam is the most favorite summer food in Tamil Nadu. Soft cooked rice, curd, some milk, chopped cucumber, carrot and raw mango are mixed in it. It not only controls body temperature but also strengthens the digestive system.
This unique curry of Andhra Pradesh is made without cooking, which is also called Kachchi Pulusu. Along with maintaining hydration, this dish provides coolness to the body and helps in maintaining energy levels in summer.
Kerala’s famous Angamaly Manga curry is made from raw mango and coconut milk. Ginger, green chillies and curry leaves are added to it. This curry is not only delicious in summer, but also provides relief from stomach problems.
Odisha’s traditional Pakhala Bhaat is a great way to control body temperature in summers. This light and cool food maintains coolness for a long time.
In Assam, fermented rice, called Poita Bhaat, is eaten with onions and green chillies. The combination of mashed potatoes with mustard oil provides both coolness and energy in the summer. This simple yet nutritious meal is an integral part of the Northeast summer.
The most favorite summer food in North India is Kadhi Rice. It is made by cooking a mixture of curd and gram flour on low flame. The cool nature of curd makes digestion easier and provides relief to the body.