Ayran: Turkish Yogurt Drink
User Reviews
5
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
70 kcal
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Course
Drinks
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Cuisine
Middle Eastern, Turkish
Ayran: Turkish Yogurt Drink
Description
This Ayran recipe starts with plain Greek-style yogurt combined with chilled water and finely grated sea salt, blended until smooth for a light, drinkable texture. Optional additions such as chopped herbs (dill, parsley, mint, cilantro), grated cucumber, minced garlic, and ground spices like cumin or black pepper can be included to add freshness, herbal notes, or mild pungency. Ayran is typically served cold and enjoyed alongside meals like grilled meats, flatbreads, or savory pastries.
The drink can be whisked manually in a bowl or mixed in a blender for extra frothiness and smoothness. It yields roughly four servings of one cup each. Ayran is best consumed fresh but can be refrigerated in airtight containers for up to three days.
The recipe can be made vegan by substituting in plant-based yogurts such as almond or cashew yogurt without altering the creamy, tangy profile significantly. Adjusting the water amount customizes the consistency from thick to more fluid.
Ingredients
- 2 cups or 500 ml yogurt plain, Greek
- 2 cups or 500 ml water chilled
- 1 teaspoon sea salt finely grated
- dill optional, chopped dill, parsley, cilantro, mint; grated cucumber; minced garlic; ground cumin; black pepper
- parsley
- cilantro
- mint
- cucumber
- garlic
- cumin
- black pepper
Instructions
- Place yogurt, water, sea salt and optional ingredients (if using) in a blender and blend until smooth. Enjoy!
Notes
- Ayran is quick to prepare, requiring just yogurt, water, and salt blended together.
- Adjust water amounts to achieve preferred thickness, from creamy to more watery.
- Optional herbs and spices can be added to customize flavor to taste.
- The recipe yields about 1 liter (4 cups), roughly four servings.
- Can be stored refrigerated in airtight containers for up to 3 days.
- Vegan versions can be made using almond or cashew yogurt instead of dairy yogurt.
- Serve chilled as a refreshing drink alongside savory dishes like grilled meats or breads.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 70 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 70kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 6mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 624mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 167mg | 4% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 5IU | 0% |
| Calcium | 130mg | 13% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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