No matter what meal you are having – a bowl of noodles or a plate loaded with scrumptious kebabs and chicken tikkas, it would feel incomplete without a refreshing drink. Don’t you agree? And when it comes to drinks, there are options galore – from iced teas, mocktails and cocktails too. But comfort lies in the traditional Indian beverages which are not only delicious but healthy too. Ever tried sol kadhi? A desi drink that can instantly give you a dose of energy and refreshment with a sip, sol kadhi has actor Vicky Kaushal drooling over it too!
While the pink-coloured summer cooler is usually consumed to beat the scorching heat, once can also enjoy it in slightly cool weather too. And this is exactly what Vicky is doing. The actor revealed in his Instagram Stories that a glass of ice-cold sol kadhi is what feeds his soul. Sharing a picture on his Instagram Stories where he was seen holding the drink in his hand, he wrote, “sol kadhi for the soul!” Take a look:
The drink looks absolutely refreshing, doesn’t it? Well, we only knew Vicky’s love for coffee up till now but now we know what his soul loves! For the unversed, sol kadhi is a konkan drink is quite a fixture in the summer thalis of the konkan cuisine. It is served in small bowls or steel glasses along with a range of vegetarian curries, subzis and/or seafood. Made from the deliciously tarty kokum fruit and coconut milk, the blush pink coloured sol kadhi is a delight to sip on, not just because of the refreshing taste, but also because of its many health benefits.
Besides promoting weight loss, sol kadhi is known to aid digestion and boost skin health. Now, if looking at Vicky you too are planning to have a sip of sol kadhi, we’ve got you sorted with a recipe. Fresh coconut, petals of kokum, garlic, sugar, salt and coriander comes together to make a comforting drink that is sure to make you drool, just like Vicky. Click here for the full recipe.