Sattu is one of the most popular and well admired drinks of all time. It is made in Baltistan. It can be used in all seasons, especially during summer season, when the weather is arid and irresistibly hot, people restlessly want to have it in order to amputate the extreme hotness. Sattu is a mix of ground barley. This savory drink is prepared in water and has high nutritional values as well as cooling tendencies which help ease the body and mind in the heat of June and July. This drink is pretty ancient and its preparation method is traditionally from the different regions of Baltistan. There are many other drinks but Sattu is incomparable due to its high nutritional values.

Following are the list of important ingredients to make Sattu.

– Barley 500g

– Water 2 liter

– Black Salt as per taste.

Method:

1- In a cooking pan, add barley and roast it.

2- now grind and strain it.

3- In a jug add water and sugar and mix it well.

4- Now, add black salt, grinded barley and mix it well.

Advantages:

1) It is natural summer cooler:

A drink made up of Sattu is a great drink to quench your thirst during summer. It prevents the body from overheating and brings down the body temperature significantly.

2) High Nutritional Value:

The dry roasting process by which Sattu is made, seals in all the nutrients. It is rich in protein, fibre, calcium, iron, manganese and magnesium.

3)It helps you to digest quickly:

Sattu has highly amount of insoluble fibre which is great for intestines. It cleanses the colon, detoxifies it of greasy food, constipation and acidity.

4) It helps fight with diseases:

Sattu is a low glycemic index food and is a great option for diabetics. It keeps blood sugar levels in control, regulates blood pressure and helps to mitigate high cholesterol.

5) Aids Weight Loss:

Sattu is useful in reducing weight as it starts consuming on an empty stomach. It helps to reduce bloating and also enhances metabolism.

Barley is widely produced Baltistan region. In Balti Language, it is called "Trosphay". It is a cereal grain that people can use in bread, beverages, stews and other dishes. It is important to note that barley will usually expand to three and half times its volume when cooked. Barley is also a rich source of vitamin B including Niacin, Thiamin, and Pyrodoxine (vitamin B-6). It also contains beta-glucans, a type of fiber.

It offers various health benefits. Some of them are given below:

-Vitamins and Minerals:

Barley's potassium, folate, iron, and vitamin B-6 content, together with its lack of cholesterol, all support cardiovascular functions. Eating Barley may reduce heart disease risk factors such as high blood pressure.

Folate and Iron are particularly important for forming red blood sells and oxygenating the blood, which is important for overall heart health. Niacin, Riboflavin, Thiamin, Folate, Iron, Magnesium, and selenium all enhances the processes of cell functioning of the immune system. Barley is a good source of all these nutrients.