Masala Chaas | Spiced Buttermilk | Summer Drink

yogurt

🥗Healthier: low-fat yogurt

💰Cheaper: buttermilk

Low-fat yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: jalapeños

Bell peppers add flavor without heat.

cumin seeds

🥗Healthier: ground cumin

💰Cheaper: cumin powder

Ground cumin is easier to find and use.

Add 1 cup of fresh yogurt to a mixing bowl.

Add 1 teaspoon of homemade chasa masala to the yogurt.

Season with salt to taste, being careful as the masala contains black salt.

Pour in 3 cups of chilled water, adjusting based on desired consistency.

Whisk the mixture very well using a balloon whisk, hand blender, or traditional wooden whisk (mandiro).

Taste the mixture and adjust salt according to preference.

Pour the masala chas into glasses and enjoy.

Cooking Techniques

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