Ayran (Turkish Salty Yogurt Drink) Recipe

Ayran, a delicious Turkish drink, contains just yogurt, salt, and water. Serve Turkish ayran cold to cool down on a hot day, as a light breakfast or afternoon snack, or to balance a rich or spicy meal. 

Ingredient

– ½ cup whole milk yogurt  – ¾ cup cold water – Kosher salt – Dried or fresh mint, optional, for garnish

Direction

Mix yogurt, water, and salt to taste (I pinch) in a cocktail shaker. Stir ingredients with a fork or spoon until mixed.

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Seal by closing the shaker and pressing firmly on top. Shake hard for 10 seconds to aerate the mixture.Turn the shaker to grasp the bigger side.

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Open the lid carefully (you may need to smack the side with your palm). Add a handful of ice, seal, and shake again. Put forth the effort! You want maximum foam.

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Hold the shaker's bigger side and open the lid again. Pour into your serving glass, garnish with dried or fresh mint, and serve immediately.

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also see

also see

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