How To Make Ayran Recipe (Yogurt Drink)
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How To Make Ayran Recipe (Yogurt Drink)
Description
How To Make Ayran Recipe (Yogurt Drink) presents a smooth and creamy yogurt beverage made by whisking plain yogurt, salt, and optional dried mint with water until combined. The drink is served cold over ice cubes, offering a balanced tangy and salty flavor with a hint of mint if included. The texture depends on the yogurt used, with whole milk yogurt providing a creamier mouthfeel. Ayran is often enjoyed as a cooling drink during warm weather or as a complement to various meals.
The preparation involves gradual mixing to ensure a consistent texture without lumps. Mint, when added, provides a fragrant accent but remains optional. Serving it cold enhances its refreshing properties. The simple ingredients and method make it easy to prepare at home with common pantry staples.
Using a blender is an alternative method to whisking, enabling a smoother blend and quicker preparation. Ayran can be made up to 4 hours ahead and should be stirred again before serving as it may separate over time.
Ingredients
- 3 cups PLAIN yogurt see notes
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp dried mint optional
- 2 cups water
Instructions
- Place the yogurt, salt and mint in a large bowl and whisk until combined.
- Gradually add water and whisk at the same time to make sure all is incorporated.
- Taste and add more salt if needed.
- Fill glasses which ice cubes and pour the ayran over ice. Serve cold.
Notes
- Choose whole milk yogurt or homemade yogurt for a richer texture.
- Blending the ingredients in a blender yields a smoother consistency than whisking.
- Prepare up to 4 hours in advance and stir well before serving, as separation may occur.
- Serve over ice cubes to keep the drink chilled.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 225 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 225kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 17g | 6% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 48mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 764mg | 32% |
| Potassium | 570mg | 12% |
| Sugar | 17g | 34% |
| Vitamin A | 390IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 452mg | 45% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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