Introduction
Kambu Koozh is a cooling, probiotic-rich drink made from fermented pearl millet—perfect for Tamil Nadu’s summers.
Ingredients:
1 cup pearl millet (kambu)
Water as needed
Salt
Buttermilk
Small onions, green chilies (optional)
Instructions:
Cook millet until soft and mash.
Let it ferment overnight.
Next day, mix with buttermilk and salt.
Pro Tips:
Ferment longer for more sourness; add onions for crunch.
Serving Suggestions:
Best enjoyed cold with pickled mango or green chili.
Fun Fact:
Kambu Koozh stalls are a summer essential across rural Tamil Nadu.