Spiced Buttermilk / Masala Chaas

Hi Folks... I have been really busy and did not get time to blog for quite some time...am back with a quick and simple drink that will refresh you.

Even though it is the monsoon season, the climate in Pune is pretty hot and we all look forward to good rains which will definitely bring some relief after the long summer season!!

Today, let me share with you a refreshing summer coolant i.e. Spiced Buttermilk or Masala Chaas.  It is a spicy version of buttermilk prepared with fresh herbs and rock salt.. This will also help with digestion after a heavy meal...

Let us see how to make to this simple refreshing drink...

Ingredients :

Thick Yoghurt / Curd - 250 gms

Cold Water - 2 glass

Green Chilli - 1

Few Pudina leaves

Roasted Cumin seeds / Cumin Seed Powder - 1 tsp

Rock Salt & normal salt as per taste

Rose water - few drops

Cumin powder, Pudina leaves & coriander leaves for garnishing

Method :

In a mixer / grinder add the Pudina leaves, cumin seeds / powder, green chilli and some water & grind coarsely.  To this mixture, add the thick yoghurt & cold water and blend well. Transfer to a bowl add enough water as this should be a drinking consistency. Add few drops of rose water and mix well and check the salt level. Pour the refreshing drink into tall glass, garnish with cumin powder, Pudina & coriander leaves... Enjoy the drink and do share your feedback!