Chaayran: chaas or ayran?

Last time I was in Istanbul, I made acquaintance with the Turkish yogurt drink, ayran. It was reminiscent of the Indian yogurt drink chaas. Here is my version drawing form both with an African touch- baobab. Enjoy.

SPECIAL TOOLS:

Blender with whipping disk.

INGREDIENTS

Serves 2.

• 1 cup yogurt + 1 cup water with
  • 1 tsp baobab powder + juice of 1/2 lime
  • 1/2 tsp grated ginger (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp black salt powder + dash of regular salt
• Garnish (optional): lime zest

METHOD

Run all ingredients except garnish in a blender with a whipping disk, for a minute. Pour into serving glass and garnish.

Serve with meals.

NOTES, HINTS, TIPS:

1. Ayran is usually served with grilled meat and chaas is usually a summer drink with meals.
2. The ratio of 3/4 cup yogurt to 1 1/2 cup water also works out well.
3. You could add spices like cumin powder, chilli powder and herbs such as cilantro, mint.