Yummmmm. . . No one can stop with just one glass of this tantalizing version of buttermilk. Of the many spices combined thoughtfully in this refreshing drink, cumin seed powder reserves a special place. Serve chilled chaas on hot summer afternoons and watch your family’s energy levels rise instantly. It is good to note that chaas also aids in digestion. However, remember this is more of a day-drink.

Ingredients:

2 cups - Fresh curds (dahi) , whisked
1 tsp - Cumin seeds (jeera) powder
1/2 tsp - Ginger-green chilli paste
1/2 tsp - Black salt (sanchal)
1 tsp - Oil
1/4 tsp - Cumin seeds (jeera)

1 pinch - Asafoetida (hing)

1 pinch - Salt to taste

For The Garnish:2 tbsp finely chopped coriander (dhania)

Method:

1. Combine the curds, cumin seeds powder, ginger-green chilli paste, black salt and salt in a deep bowl and mix well.
2. Add 4 cups of chilled water and whisk well. Keep aside.
3. For the tempering, heat the oil in a small pan and add the cumin seeds.
4. When the seeds crackle, add the asafoetida and pour the tempering over the buttermilk.
5. Serve chilled garnished with coriander.

Tips:

1. Chaas makes a delicious accompaniment for handvo(a type of paratha mostly a staple food in rural areas in gujrat and rajasthan).               

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