When the sun starts burning high and the afternoons turn still and heavy, there’s one thing that brings life back to the body – a chilled glass of raw mango juice. Known across India as aam ka panna, but made in many different ways, this version – sharp, spicy, and just a little sweet – is the one we keep coming back to.
Made with green mangoes that are boiled or fire-roasted till soft, this juice isn’t delicate or shy. It’s tangy, cooling, and has a kick that wakes you up from the inside out. The base is simple – pulpy mango, green chillies for heat, ginger for that sharp warmth, salt to balance it all, and sugar to round it off.
What you get is a drink that’s not just refreshing – it’s reviving. It hits all the notes: sour, spicy, salty, and sweet. On the hottest days, it’s better than any soda or packet juice. It feels natural. It feels like home.
You can strain it or leave it thick, serve it over ice or chilled from the fridge. Either way, that first sip is everything – tart mango on your tongue, followed by the slow burn of green chili and the hum of ginger in your throat. And suddenly, the heat outside doesn’t feel so bad anymore.
This isn’t just a drink. It’s an old-school way to beat the heat. No fancy ingredients. Just raw mangoes, spice, and the kind of common sense that grandmothers always had.
Raw Mango Juice
Ingredients
Instructions
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Raw Mango Juice is a refreshing sweet and spicy drink, perfect for hot summer days.
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First, peel the raw mangoes and cut them into small pieces.
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Chop ginger and green chillies (adjust quantity as per your taste).
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In a blender, add the mango pieces, chopped ginger, and green chillies, and blend into a thick paste.
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Add water, sugar, and salt, and blend again for about 2 minutes.
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If you prefer a smooth texture, you can strain the juice.
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Add cold water or soda as needed, and serve chilled.
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Enjoy this tangy, spicy, and cooling raw mango juice!