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