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A refreshing and savory yogurt-based drink, spiced with roasted cumin, fresh herbs, and a hint of ginger. This traditional Indian buttermilk is the perfect cooling beverage to aid digestion and beat the summer heat.
Blend the Chaas Base
Prepare the Tempering (Tadka - Optional)
Combine and Chill
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A refreshing and savory yogurt-based drink, spiced with roasted cumin, fresh herbs, and a hint of ginger. This traditional Indian buttermilk is the perfect cooling beverage to aid digestion and beat the summer heat.
This indian recipe takes 15 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 73.14 calories per serving with 3.61g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for beverage or snack.
Serve
For a more mint-forward flavor, increase the amount of mint leaves to 3-4 tablespoons and reduce the coriander.
Replace the dairy curd with a neutral-flavored plant-based yogurt like cashew or soy yogurt. Use a neutral oil instead of ghee for the tempering.
Add a small, boiled, and chopped beetroot to the blender for a vibrant pink color and an earthy, sweet flavor.
After preparing the chaas, place a small heatproof bowl in the center of the jug. Add a hot piece of charcoal to the bowl, pour a drop of ghee over it, and immediately cover the jug for 1-2 minutes to infuse a smoky flavor.
The probiotics in curd, combined with digestive spices like ginger, cumin, and hing, help soothe the stomach lining, prevent acidity, and promote a healthy gut microbiome.
With its high water content and electrolytes from salts like kala namak, Masala Chaas is a perfect natural beverage to replenish fluids and combat dehydration, especially in hot weather.
As a fermented beverage, chaas is a great source of probiotics. These beneficial bacteria support a healthy gut, improve immunity, and enhance the body's ability to absorb nutrients.
Ingredients like curd and mint leaves have natural cooling properties, making this drink an ideal choice to lower body temperature and provide immediate relief from summer heat.
One serving (approximately 1 cup or 240ml) of this Masala Chaas contains about 70-90 calories, primarily depending on whether you use full-fat or low-fat curd and include the ghee tempering.
Yes, Masala Chaas is very healthy. It's a probiotic-rich drink that aids digestion, helps in hydration, and is a good source of calcium and B vitamins. The spices like cumin and ginger also offer digestive benefits.
Absolutely! You can use a traditional wooden churner (mathani) or a simple wire whisk. In a deep bowl, whisk the curd until smooth, then gradually add water and the finely chopped herbs and powdered spices, whisking continuously until well combined.
Chaas is a thin, savory, and spiced buttermilk drink, typically made by watering down yogurt and is known for its digestive properties. Lassi is generally thicker, creamier, and can be sweet or salty, often resembling a yogurt smoothie.
To make a vegan version, substitute the dairy curd with a plant-based yogurt like cashew, almond, or soy yogurt. For the optional tempering, use a neutral-flavored oil such as sunflower or coconut oil instead of ghee.
Masala Chaas is best consumed fresh on the same day. However, you can store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. The flavors will intensify over time.