Rashmi Sharma Mint Buttermilk (also known as Pudina Chaas) is a refreshing, cool, and tangy drink made with yogurt, mint leaves, and a few spices. It’s an excellent drink for hot weather, as it helps to cool the body and aid digestion. The mint adds a fresh flavor, while the buttermilk offers a soothing and probiotic-rich base.
Here’s how you can make Mint Buttermilk:
Mint Buttermilk Recipe | What is the Recipe of Mint Buttermilk
Ingredients
- 1 cup Mint Leaves
- 3 cups Plain yogurt
- 1/2 teaspoon Ginger paste
- 1 teaspoon Roasted Cumin powder
- Salt to taste
- 1 small Green Chili
Instructions
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Take the mint leaves, ginger, green chili , roasted cumin powder and salt and blend it in a blender with just a little bit of water. Once everything is combined add in the yogurt and pulse it one more time to combine the yogurt to it. Add approx 1 to 1 1/2 cups of water and again blend it .
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Unlike, lassi this drink is not thick. Once everything combined, strain the drink in a pitcher.
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When you are ready to serve, take it in a glass and garnish it with some more roasted cumin powder or chaat masala and a lemon slice and some sprigs of mint.
Tips:
- Consistency: Adjust the water-to-yogurt ratio to get the desired consistency. For a thicker drink, use less water, and for a more liquid version, add more water.
- Add Lemon: If you like a tangier flavor, squeeze a little lemon juice into the buttermilk.
- Vegan Version: You can use coconut yogurt or any plant-based yogurt to make a dairy-free version.
- Chilled Yogurt: Using chilled yogurt enhances the refreshing quality of the drink.
- Customize Spices: You can also add a pinch of chat masala or ginger powder to give it a different flavor twist.
Health Benefits:
- Mint: Helps in digestion, reduces bloating, and adds a refreshing flavor.
- Buttermilk (Chaas): Good for digestion, rich in probiotics, and keeps the body cool in hot weather.
- Cumin and Black Salt: Aids digestion and helps in detoxification.
Mint Buttermilk is a delightful drink, perfect for summer days or after a heavy meal to aid digestion. It’s healthy, cooling, and incredibly easy to make!
