Nam matoom

Method

1. 1 Quickly rinse the dried bael slices to remove any dust.
2. 2 Lightly toast the fruit slices on a dry pan to release their caramel aroma.
3. 3 Simmer with water over low heat for 20 minutes until the water turns reddish-brown.
4. 4 Strain out the solids, then mix in the palm sugar and a pinch of salt while the water is still hot.
5. 5 Drink it hot or let it cool and then pour it into a glass with ice.

With an appliance

• Air fryer 30 min

  Replace step 2: bake bael slices in an air fryer at 160 degrees for 5 minutes, flipping at the 3rd minute to caramelize both sides; keep step 3 and simmer with water for 20 minutes.