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Read Lifestyle Desk. The heat has increased very much, and the temperature has reached above 40°C. And in such a situation, traditional drinks which keep the body cool and light are very useful. One such great option is rice kanji. It has different names, and the ways of eating it are slightly different everywhere, but there are many benefits of eating it. It is slightly sour in taste, cool and very beneficial for health. Let us know how to make it and its benefits…

Benefits of rice kanji

Gives coolness to the body. The natural cooling effect of Kanji helps in keeping the body temperature balanced, thereby reducing the risk of heat stroke and dehydration. Improves digestion: This is a kind of probiotic drink, which contains good bacteria. These improve intestinal health and improve digestion.

Reduces fatigue and irritability. Energy gets exhausted quickly in summer. Despite being light, Kanji provides necessary nutrition and refreshment to the body. Helpful in detox: Since it is fermented, it helps in removing toxins from the body. Maintains hydration: It contains water and electrolytes, which keep the body hydrated.

Easy recipe to make rice kanji

Material

½ cup rice, 3–4 cups water, salt as per taste, ½ tsp cumin (roasted), 1–2 tsp curd (for fermentation)

Method of preparation

Wash the rice thoroughly and boil it in water until it becomes soft. When the rice is cooked, mash it lightly so that the starch comes out. Now dilute it by adding a little more water. Cover it and keep it aside for 6-8 hours or overnight to slightly ferment. Next morning, add salt and roasted cumin seeds and mix well. Cool and drink.

tips

1-If you want more sourness then ferment it for a little longer time.
2- To enhance the taste, you can also add mint or black salt in it.
3- Keeping it in the fridge and drinking it cold feels even more refreshing.