Oh! The hotness of summer. When the temperatures rise, there is a need for our body to feel cold and refreshing. This is where the masala chaas recipe comes in; it is a combination of butter milk, spices and herbs which cools you down while tickling your taste buds at the same time. An ancient Indian drink that still stands as one of the favourites among many generations due to its unique blend of flavours with health benefits.
Among all the various dishes in India, masala chaas is certainly distinctive not just because it helps cool off but also packs an intense flavour punch. Just think about having a glass filled with creamy goodness chilled to perfection where every sip brings out hints of cumin, and mint along side tangy spices – this sensory journey goes beyond quenching thirsts into culinary ecstasy!
Why I LOVE… Masala Chaas Recipe!
I totally ADORE Masala Chaas! It’s the BEST drink for hot weather—chilly, revitalizing and SUPER TASTY. What I love most about this drink is its tartness combined with spiciness – I can never get enough of those two flavors together! Additionally, it doesn’t take much effort on my part because even if im lazing around at home all day long or running errands throughout town like crazy due to work overload – still there will be time left over somewhere during this busy schedule when masala chaas becomes necessary its super TASTY & REFRESHING. So if you haven’t tried MASALA CHAAS recipe yet…what are you waiting for?
Cultural Significance of Masala Chaas
In Northern India where summers can be mercilessly hot, Masala Chaas becomes savior by giving cooling effect during scorching weathers. This chilling elixir draws crowds who are seeking quick respite from the suns glare on busy streets where vendors sell for those thirsty souls caught-up amidst noise and confusion
Masala Chaas has also seeped into religious and traditional festivities. During Holi – the festival of colours in India – masala chaas becomes a necessity as it helps people cool off after all that vibrant fun under the sun.
Masala Chaas As Digestive Aid
Masala Chaas offers numerous health benefits especially in terms of digestion improvement. This fermented drink is full-packed with probiotics which are essential for good gut flora thereby ensuring healthy digestion system.
Butter Milk used as base ingredient in masala chaas contains friendly bacteria that help maintain balance within digestive tract while relieving constipation as well bloating.
Also, cumin seeds along with ginger used as spices for flavor enhancement purposes have anti-inflammatory properties capable of soothing inflamed stomach lining caused by either excessive intake heavy meals or spicy foods eaten too quickly hence aiding their breakdown during digestion process through increased production digestive enzymes thereby enhancing nutrient absorption.
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Ingredients
- 1 liter Buttermilk
- 2 no Green Chilies
- 1 Inch Ginger Peeled and Sliced
- 1 tsp Roasted Cumin Powder
- 1/2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
- 1/8 tsp Asafoetida Hing
- 8-10 no Curry Leaves Chopped
- 3/4 tbsp Pink Salt
Instructions
- Rinse coriander, ginger, and green chilies.
- In a grinder, blend coriander, ginger, green chilies, and roasted cumin powder with a splash of buttermilk until smooth.
- Pour the paste into the buttermilk and mix well.
- For the tempering, heat oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds, let them crackle, then add chopped curry leaves and fry briefly.
- Pour the tempering into the chilled buttermilk and mix.
- Serve chilled, preferably over ice cubes.
- Enjoy this delicious and healthy Masala Chaas!
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