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A refreshing and savory spiced buttermilk from Maharashtra, lightly seasoned with ginger, green chilies, and a fragrant tempering of spices. The perfect cooling drink to accompany any Indian meal.
Prepare the Buttermilk Base
Infuse with Aromatics
Prepare the Tempering (Tadka)
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A refreshing and savory spiced buttermilk from Maharashtra, lightly seasoned with ginger, green chilies, and a fragrant tempering of spices. The perfect cooling drink to accompany any Indian meal.
This maharashtrian recipe takes 15 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 74.36 calories per serving with 3.55g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for beverage or lunch or dinner or snack.
Combine and Chill
Add a handful of fresh mint leaves (pudina) along with the coriander leaves before whisking. This adds an extra layer of cooling freshness to the drink.
For those who enjoy more heat, add a pinch of black pepper powder or increase the amount of green chili. You can also add a slit dry red chili to the tempering for a smoky heat.
Crush 1-2 small cloves of garlic and add them to the tempering along with the curry leaves for a pungent, savory kick.
The probiotics in curd promote a healthy gut microbiome, while spices like ginger, cumin, and asafoetida (hing) are known to stimulate digestive enzymes, preventing indigestion and bloating.
With its high water content and electrolytes from salt, Taak is a fantastic natural drink for rehydrating the body, especially during hot weather. It replenishes fluids and prevents dehydration.
As a fermented dairy product, Taak is a great source of probiotics (good bacteria) which are essential for maintaining gut health, boosting immunity, and improving nutrient absorption.
Being a dairy-based drink, Taak is a good source of calcium, which is vital for maintaining strong bones and teeth.
One serving (approx. 250ml) of Taak contains around 60-80 calories, making it a light and healthy beverage. The exact count can vary based on the fat content of the yogurt used.
Yes, Taak is very healthy. It's a probiotic-rich drink that aids digestion, helps in hydration, and provides calcium. The spices like ginger and hing also have digestive benefits.
Taak and Chaas are both spiced buttermilk drinks, and the terms are often used interchangeably. However, Maharashtrian Taak is distinct due to its specific tempering (tadka) of ghee, mustard seeds, cumin seeds, hing, and curry leaves, which gives it a unique, savory, and aromatic flavor profile not always present in other regional Chaas varieties.
Yes, you can make a vegan version by substituting the dairy curd with a plant-based yogurt like coconut, soy, or almond yogurt, and using oil instead of ghee for the tempering. The taste and texture will be slightly different but still delicious. Ensure you use unsweetened plant-based yogurt.
Taak is best consumed fresh on the same day. You can store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. The flavors will meld and intensify, but it might become more sour over time. Stir well before serving.