Masala Chaas

Homemade Masala Chaas

Chaas/Butter Milk as you call. It is a very popular and refreshing drink across India during summer. This staple Indian summer spiced buttermilk is so refreshing, delicious, and healthy. Made with curd, spices, and herbs. It takes only 5 minutes to make and can be served after lunch, dinner, or any time of the day.

Ingredients for Chaas Masala

• Dry Mango Powder  2 tbsp
• Cinamon Stick  1 big
• Black Whole Pepper  15
• Dry Ginger Powder  2 tbsp
• Cloves  8
• Dry Mint 1 tbsp
• Cumin Seeds  1tsp
• Black Salt 5 tsp
• Salt 5 tsp

Ingredients for Chaas

• Curd 1/2cup
• Water  1 cup
• Prepared Masala 1 tbsp
• Ice as required
• Mint leaves or coriander leaves for garnish

Directions

• Take all the dry ingredients and make a powder of it.
• Take 1/2 cup of curd, add 1 cup of water, 1 tbsp of prepared masala chaas put everything in a mixer grinder, and blend it for few seconds. 
• Adjust the salt if required, add ice cubes, and it's ready to serve.
• Garnish with mint or coriander leaves.

Instant Kitchenette Tip

• To enhance the flavor and color add tempering (oil, curry leaves, mustard leaves) to the chaas.