👉 Rumchunder is a concept in the context of Indian cuisine, specifically in the region known as North India. It refers to the process of fermenting rice or wheat grains with water and yeast, which results in the creation of a rich, sour, and slightly sweet beverage called "rumchunder". The term "rumchunder" originated from the Sanskrit word "rūm", which translates to "sweet" or "sour," suggesting that the drink is often associated with