This traditional spiced buttermilk drink is old-school but brilliantly effective in the summer heat. Spiced buttermilk or yogurt drink is known by many names throughout India (sambhaaram, morum vellam, majjige, masala chaas, mattha) and is a healthy way to beat the heat.
You will need:
Thick yogurt - 1 cup
Water - 3 cups
Green chilies - 1-2, sliced
Ginger - 1 tbsp, grated or thinly julienned
Curry leaves - 2 tbsp, chopped
Roasted cumin seeds - 2 tsp, lightly crushed
Rock salt - 1 tsp or to taste
How to:
Whisk all the ingredients together in a large pitcher. Chill for an hour in the fridge to let the flavors infuse.
Strain and serve in glasses for a refreshing drink. Store leftovers in the fridge for 2-3 days.
Notes:
1. Make the drink as thin or thick as you like; simply use more yogurt or water as needed. The same goes for the amount of spices used. 2. If you want to store this drink for a couple of days but do not want it too spicy, strain out the spices after infusing for a couple of hours and store the strained buttermilk drink in a closed bottle or pitcher. 3. If you do not have curry leaves, you can use fresh cilantro and/or mint leaves. It will taste slightly different but equally delicious. 4. This recipe is easily scaled up or down.
Recipe by At The Corner of Happy And Harried at https://www.happyandharried.com/2018/06/06/spiced-buttermilk-drink-sambhaaram-majjige-masala-chaas/