Sattu Sharbat (High-Protein Roasted Chickpea Cooler)

Name: Sattu Sharbat (High-Protein Roasted Chickpea Cooler)
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 24 g Sattu (Roasted Chana Flour), about 2 tbsp; 10 g Onion, about 1 tbsp, finely chopped; 1 g Cumin Seeds (Jeera), about 1/2 tsp, roasted & powdered (jeera); 0.3 g Black Pepper Powder, a pinch; 5 g Lemon Juice, about 1 tsp, fresh; 0.5 g Black Salt (Kala Namak), to taste; 3 g Coriander Leaves, a few, chopped; 2 g Mint Leaves (Pudina), a few, chopped

Mayuri 29 Jun 2026 Video

Savory sattu sharbat — a roasted chickpea flour summer cooler with mint, coriander and lemon

5 min total 6g protein 100 kcal

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Sattu Sharbat is North India's ultimate desi protein drink — a savory, cooling cooler made from sattu (roasted chana / chickpea flour) whisked into cold water with onion, lemon, roasted cumin, black salt and fresh mint and coriander. Naturally high in plant protein and fibre, it is the drink that powers people through the Bihar and UP summer, keeping you full, hydrated and energised.

Why you'll love this recipe:

Naturally high in plant protein and fibre from sattu
Savory, tangy and incredibly cooling for peak summer
Just whisk and serve — ready in 5 minutes, no cooking
A traditional desi drink that keeps you full and energised

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Sattu Sharbat (High-Protein Roasted Chickpea Cooler)

Prep

5 min

Total

5 min

Servings

Ingredients

g Sattu (Roasted Chana Flour), about 2 tbsp g Onion, about 1 tbsp, finely chopped g Cumin Seeds (Jeera), about 1/2 tsp, roasted & powdered (jeera) g Black Pepper Powder, a pinch g Lemon Juice, about 1 tsp, fresh g Black Salt (Kala Namak), to taste g Coriander Leaves, a few, chopped g Mint Leaves (Pudina), a few, chopped

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Instructions

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In a glass or jug, add the sattu (roasted chana flour).
Pour in a little cold water and whisk well into a smooth, lump-free paste.
Add the finely chopped onion, roasted cumin powder, black pepper, lemon juice and black salt.
Add the chopped coriander and mint leaves.
Top up with the remaining cold water and stir well until evenly combined.
Add ice cubes, give it a final stir, and serve chilled.

Mayuri's Tips

Whisk the sattu with a little water first into a smooth paste, then add the rest — this prevents lumps.
Roast and grind your own cumin for the best flavour, or use ready jeera powder.
Adjust the black salt and lemon to taste — it should be tangy and savory.
For extra cooling, add more mint or a pinch of chaat masala.
Want it thicker? Use less water; for a thinner drink, add more.
Serve immediately so it stays fresh and the sattu does not settle.

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Frequently asked questions

Sattu is roasted Bengal gram (chana) flour, a staple of Bihar and eastern Uttar Pradesh. It is naturally high in plant protein and fibre and has a nutty, roasted flavour.

Yes. It is filling, high in protein and fibre and low in fat, which helps keep you full for longer — making it a popular summer drink for weight management.

This is the savory (namkeen) version. For a sweet sattu sharbat, skip the onion, cumin, black salt and herbs, and mix the sattu with cold water, jaggery or sugar, and a little lemon.

Because sattu (roasted chickpea flour) is plant-based and rich in protein, this drink delivers a protein and energy boost from a single natural ingredient — no protein powder needed.

Each serving has about 6g of protein and 100 kcal, calculated from the exact ingredients used in this recipe.

About 5 minutes from start to finish, with no cooking required.

Yes — like every recipe on FoodyPuzzle, it is 100% vegetarian.

The recipe makes 1 serving. Use the + and − buttons on the recipe card above to scale all ingredient quantities automatically.

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