Masala Chaas Recipe | Refreshing Spiced Buttermilk

Masala Chaas is a refreshing and cooling Indian drink made with yogurt, spices, and fresh herbs. This spiced buttermilk has a tangy and slightly spicy flavor, making it perfect for hot summer days. It is commonly served with meals to balance the heat of spicy dishes and aid digestion. This masala chaas recipe is quick and easy to prepare, coming together in just 5 minutes.

What is masala chaas?

Masala chaas, also known as mattha or chaach, which I have heard of at home. In English, it is known as buttermilk. It needs yogurt, water, simple spices, and herbs. Just put everything in a blender and blend until they combine. That’s so simple that anyone can make.

The masala chaas recipe has its own story of creation in the different regions. Every home prepares it in its own style with different taste preferences. But my recipe is so simple and can be prepared with basic pantry ingredients. It is prepared in many ways: by a blender, a whisk, or a wooden churner. The simplest way I feel is a blender.

My family needs yogurt in their meals, whether it’s rice dishes, curries, or dry dishes. Without yogurt, their meal is incomplete. They flavor it with roasted cumin powder, black salt, or sometimes mint powder. So, preparing yogurt at home, this recipe is easier for me to make.

This masala chaas recipe is a perfect addition to your everyday meals and a great way to stay refreshed and hydrated.

More refreshing drinks that you can try in hot summers:

• Lassi Recipe

• Jal Jeera Recipe

• Lemon Water

Ingredients

• Yogurt- I used homemade yogurt in this masala chaas recipe. Store-bought can also be used. Make sure to check the taste before blending. I use yogurt at normal temperature, but chilled yogurt works well in the hot weather.

• Spices- I used roasted cumin powder and red chili powder here. You can add a pinch of asafoetida for more flavor.

• Salt- I prefer to use black salt for making chaas, but regular white sugar also works well if black salt is not available.

• Herbs- Mint or coriander leaves can both be used. I use coriander leaves in this recipe.

• Water- I used only 1 cup of water in this recipe because my yogurt is thin. You can add 2 cups of water if your yogurt consistency is too thick.

How to make masala chaas recipe

1. Add 1 cup of fresh yogurt to a blender.

2. Now add 1 tbsp chopped coriander leaves, 1 tsp cumin powder, 1/4 tsp red chili powder, and water.

3. Blend till the ingredients combine. Pour into glasses.

Serving & Storage

Serve the masala chaas recipe chilled for the most refreshing taste. It pairs perfectly with everyday meals like aloo matar or dal tadka. You can also serve it with rice dishes like jeera rice or vegetable pulao. Garnish with fresh mint leaves or some cumin powder before serving.

Store masala chaas in the refrigerator for about 1 day. Avoid storing it too long, as fresh chaas tastes best when consumed the same day. Stir well before serving, as the spices may settle at the bottom.

Pro Tips

• Use chilled non-sour yogurt for the best flavor.

• Adjust consistency by adding water if it thickens.

• Instead of red chili powder, you can use green chili.

• You can add some chopped ginger for aromatic flavor.

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