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Cooling Goan Solkadhi
A wholesome Indian recipe crafted for health-conscious eating: nutritious, delicious, and easy to make at home.
⏱35 minsPrep Time
🔥0 minsCook Time
⏰35 minsTotal Time
👥4Serves
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Solkadhi is Goa’s mauve digestive cooler: soaked kokum squeezed into water, blended with coconut milk, and finished with coriander. Serve chilled after a spicy meal.
Ingredients
How to Make It
1
Rinse kokum; soak 30 minutes in 1 cup water. Squeeze well into the water.
2
Strain; add remaining water and coconut milk. Mix smooth.
3
Season with salt; add chopped coriander and optional crushed chilli-garlic.
4
Chill and serve.
Nutrition per serving
90kcal
Protein1g
Carbohydrates4g
Fat8g
Fibre1g
* Approximate values per serving
Health Benefits
Kokum’s tartness aids a cooling finish after heavy or spicy meals. Keep coconut milk portions moderate if watching fats.
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Pro Tips
- →Don’t use sour kokum water that tastes fermented.
- →Adjust coconut milk for thickness.
- →Serve same day.
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Variations
- 1Temper with curry leaves in coconut oil for a warm version.
- 2Use thin coconut milk for a lighter drink.
Frequently Asked Questions
True solkadhi needs kokum; tamarind changes the profile.
Rice, fish-free Goan veg thali, or after spicy curry.
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