Sattu Sharbat (Desi Protein Shake)

Bihar's savoury protein shake: roasted chana flour whisked into ice-cold water with lemon, black salt, and cumin — the desi answer to whey at a tenth of the price per kilo. Light, hydrating, and only 175 calories a tall glass, it's a smart fat-loss snack for hot afternoons rather than a full post-workout replacement.

Ingredients

• 4 tbsp sattu (roasted chana flour)
• 1 glass cold water
• 1/2 lemon, juiced
• 1/4 tsp black salt
• 1/4 tsp roasted cumin powder
• 4-5 mint leaves

Instructions

1. Whisk the sattu into the cold water until completely smooth.
2. Season with lemon juice, black salt, and cumin.
3. Pour over ice and finish with mint leaves.