Avil Milk facts for kids
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| Alternative names | അവൽ മിൽക്ക് | ||||||
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| Place of origin | Malappuram, Kerala, India | ||||||
| 162 kcal (678 kJ) | |||||||
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Aval Milk (also called Avil Milk) is a yummy drink from Kerala, India. It's especially popular in the Malabar region. This tasty treat is made with special ingredients.
It uses aval, which are flattened rice flakes, along with ripe bananas. You also add milk and different kinds of nuts. It's a refreshing and filling drink!
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History of Aval Milk
Where Aval Milk Comes From
Aval Milk is a unique drink that started in the Malappuram district of Kerala. It first became popular in a place called Kottakkal. This area is part of the beautiful Malabar Coast.
How People Enjoy It
The main ingredients for this special milkshake are roasted rice flakes, also known as Poha (rice). It also uses a type of banana called Chiquita or Mysore banana. Roasted peanuts and other nuts are added too. People often enjoy Aval Milk as a healthy breakfast smoothie. It can also be a delicious dessert after a meal.
Ingredients for Aval Milk
What You Need to Make Aval Milk
To make Aval Milk, you'll need a few simple ingredients. Here’s a list of what goes into this popular drink:
- Aval: These are flattened rice flakes, also known as Poha (rice) or beaten rice. It's best to use the thicker kind. Thin flakes might dissolve too quickly in the milk.
- Ghee or Butter: This is optional, but it makes the drink even tastier and more filling. You can use it to lightly toast the aval and nuts.
- Banana: Any ripe banana will work well. You'll need to mash it up with a fork.
- Milk: Make sure your milk is chilled! You can use regular milk, or try coconut milk, almond milk, or cashew milk. A tiny bit of cardamom powder or cinnamon powder can add extra flavor to the milk.
- Roasted Nuts: Popular choices include Peanuts, Cashew nuts, and Almonds. These add a nice crunch.
- Sweetener: You can add sweetness to your taste. Options include honey, stevia, or sugar.
How to Make Aval Milk
Making Aval Milk is quite simple! Here are the steps to create this delicious drink:
- Step 1: Roast the Rice Flakes. First, gently roast the rice flakes. You can do this with or without ghee or butter. Roasting them in ghee makes the drink even more satisfying.
- Step 2: Roast the Nuts. If your nuts aren't already roasted, quickly roast them until they are lightly browned.
- Step 3: Prepare the Bananas. Mash the ripe bananas using a fork until they are soft. If you're adding any other seasonal fruits, chop them into small pieces.
- Step 4: Chill the Milk. Make sure the milk you plan to use is very cold. This makes the drink extra refreshing.
- Step 5: Assemble Your Drink. Now, it's time to put everything together! Layer the ingredients in a tall glass. You can start with some mashed banana, then add some roasted aval, nuts, and then pour in the chilled milk.
- Step 6: Stir and Enjoy! Give everything a good stir. Then, you can either eat it with a spoon or drink it right away!
Images for kids
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A glass of Aval Milk from Kasargod
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Fresh Aval Milk ready to enjoy
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Aval Milk served in Angamaly Town
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A close-up of Aval Milk
