Spicy Kokum Drink

Kokum is a traditional favourite in many parts of South and Western India, and the condiment is quite famous for the indigenous Sol Kadhi. Here is an age-old recipe for an appetiser that is believed to unfailingly make every drinker hungry, so it is best to serve this before a meal! It is also a very effective coolant. This easy to make appetiser does not even need any cooking, but of course one needs to develop a taste for kokum as it has a unique flavour which requires a bit of getting-used-to!

Ingredients

* 6 to 7 soft kokum peels
* 2 green chillies
* 2 tsp sugar substitute
* Salt to taste
* 2 tbsp chopped coriander (dhania)

Method
1. Wash the kokum peels, add the green chillies, sugar substitute and ½ cup of water and mash lightly with your fingers.
2. Add 3½ cups of water and salt and refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours.
3. To serve, strain the drink into 4 individual glasses and garnish with coriander.