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Ayran recipe | Turkish yoghurt drink | healthy Ayran drink for weight loss |
Tarla Dalal
06 December, 2024
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Ayran recipe | Turkish yoghurt drink | healthy Ayran drink for weight loss is a nourishing drink with curd as its main base ingredient. Learn how to make Turkish yoghurt drink.
To make Ayran, combine all the ingredients in a mixer and blend till smooth. Pour equal quantities of the drink into 4 individual glasses.
Serve chilled with ice cubes.
Ayran is a rejuvenating yoghurt-based drink, very popular in the Middle Eastern Regions, especially Lebanon and Syria and has minor variations to them. It is a popular Turkish drink which has a cooling effect in Summer.
However, the proportion of ingredients is such that it gives this drink a very soothing flavour and mouth-feel, which you will enjoy thoroughly. You will be surprised to see that yoghurt is combined with garlic to make Ayran.
Healthy Ayran drink for weight loss is a nourishing glass which has the probiotic properties of curd and anti-inflammatory properties of garlic. Serve it as an accompaniment to Lebanese dishes like Mashkool Rice, Stuffed Onion Cups, Falafel and Borek.
Tips for Ayran 1. Remember to use fresh curd for this recipe. 2. This Turkish yoghurt drink must be served chilled.
Enjoy Ayran recipe | Turkish yoghurt drink | healthy Ayran drink for weight loss | with step by step photos.
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Preparation Time
2 Mins
Cooking Time
None Mins
Total Time
2 Mins
Makes
4 glasses
Ingredients
For Ayran
2 cups fresh curd (dahi)
1 tsp finely chopped garlic (lehsun) , optional
salt to taste
For Serving
Method
- To make ayran, combine all the ingredients in a mixer and blend till smooth.
- Pour equal quantities of the drink into 4 individual glasses.
- Serve ayran chilled with ice cubes.
Ayran, Turkish Yoghurt Drink, Lebanese Curd Drink recipe with step by step photos
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- What is Ayran | Turkish yoghurt drink | made off ? Ayran drink is made from 3 ingredients available in every Indian kitchen : 2 cups fresh curds (dahi), 1 cup water and salt to taste.
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To make Ayran | Turkish yoghurt drink | in a mixer put 2 cups fresh curds (dahi). Curds help in digestion as it has very good bacteria. Probiotics in curds acts as a mild laxative but, in case of diarrhoea and dysentery, it is a boon, if curd is used with rice. Curd is one of the richest source of protein, calcium and minerals. They help in weight reduction, good for your heart and build immunity. Being low in sodium, it is safe to be eaten by individuals with high blood pressure. The only difference between curds and low fat curds is the fat level. Read the benefits of curds to include in your daily diet.
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Add 1 cup water. Use chilled water for best results as this drink will keep you cool during hot Indian summers.
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Add salt to taste.
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Blend Ayran | Turkish yoghurt drink | healthy Ayran drink for weight loss | till smooth.
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Serve Ayran | Turkish yoghurt drink | healthy Ayran drink for weight loss | chilled.
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To make Ayran | Turkish yoghurt drink | in a mixer put 2 cups fresh curds (dahi). Curds help in digestion as it has very good bacteria. Probiotics in curds acts as a mild laxative but, in case of diarrhoea and dysentery, it is a boon, if curd is used with rice. Curd is one of the richest source of protein, calcium and minerals. They help in weight reduction, good for your heart and build immunity. Being low in sodium, it is safe to be eaten by individuals with high blood pressure. The only difference between curds and low fat curds is the fat level. Read the benefits of curds to include in your daily diet.
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To make Ayran drink with garlic | healthy Turkish yoghurt drink | in a mixer put 2 cups fresh curds (dahi). Curds help in digestion as it has very good bacteria. Probiotics in curds acts as a mild laxative but, in case of diarrhoea and dysentery, it is a boon, if curd is used with rice. Curd is one of the richest source of protein, calcium and minerals. They help in weight reduction, good for your heart and build immunity. Being low in sodium, it is safe to be eaten by individuals with high blood pressure. The only difference between curds and low fat curds is the fat level. Read the benefits of curds to include in your daily diet.
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Add 1 tsp finely chopped garlic (lehsun). We suggest to use grated garlic as that will mix well with curd and water while blending. Garlic has been proven to lower cholesterol. The active ingredient allicin present in garlic aids in lowering blood pressure. Garlic is also alleged to help regulate blood glucose levels for diabetics. Garlic is great for the heart and circulatory system. Garlic has an antimicrobial, antiviral and antifungal function and can help in relieving common cold and other viral infections. To boost your immune system have a garlic clove a day. Garlic is a top anti viral food. The thiosulphate compound, Allicin found in garlic acts as a strong antioxidant and protects our body from damage of free radicals. Read here for complete benefits of garlic.
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Add 1 cup water. Use chilled water for best results as this drink will keep you cool during hot Indian summers.
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Add salt to taste.
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Blend Ayran drink with garlic | healthy Turkish yoghurt drink | till smooth.
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Serve Ayran drink with garlic | healthy Turkish yoghurt drink | chilled.
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To make Ayran drink with garlic | healthy Turkish yoghurt drink | in a mixer put 2 cups fresh curds (dahi). Curds help in digestion as it has very good bacteria. Probiotics in curds acts as a mild laxative but, in case of diarrhoea and dysentery, it is a boon, if curd is used with rice. Curd is one of the richest source of protein, calcium and minerals. They help in weight reduction, good for your heart and build immunity. Being low in sodium, it is safe to be eaten by individuals with high blood pressure. The only difference between curds and low fat curds is the fat level. Read the benefits of curds to include in your daily diet.
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- Q. Can i have Ayran drink 4 hours after i make it ? Yes, as long as you store it in the fridge. The drink will seperate but all you need to do is stir it.
- Q. Is Aryan like chaas we have in India ? A. Yes, put this is a thicker summer drink and has a nice taste of garlic in it.
- Remember to use fresh curd for this recipe.
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This Turkish yoghurt drink must be served chilled.
Nutrient values (Abbrv)per plate
| Energy | 118 cal |
| Protein | 4.3 g |
| Carbohydrates | 5.1 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Fat | 6.5 g |
| Cholesterol | 16 mg |
| Sodium | 19 mg |
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Chandni Sangvi
March 13, 2025, midnight
This feels very much like chaas (buttermilk) but little thicker. My only confusion here is that in the main description you have mentioned that milk & curd is mixed and milk is also mentioned in the ingredients. But in the step-to-step recipe with photos, water is replaced by milk. Please clear as to which recipe is best.
Leena_Dhoot
March 13, 2025, midnight
It is pretty much chaas just that its much thicker! so its basically non sweet lassi with a nice throw of ginger! nice!! :)
Abdushukurbek
March 13, 2025, midnight
Tarla Dalal
March 13, 2025, midnight
Hi Abdush , we are delighted you loved the Turkish Yoghurt Drink recipe. Please keep posting your thoughts and feedback and review recipes you have loved. Happy Cooking.
sumit
March 13, 2025, midnight
Ayran, Turkish Yoghurt Drink ye kewal Lebanon and Syria me famous hai isski khass baat ye hai ki Dahi me galic ka upyog hota hai.. maine ghar pe ye rcipe try kiya mujhe Turkish Yoghurt Drink pasand aaya
Bernie Fineman
March 13, 2025, midnight
As a type 1 diabetic i have to watch what and when i eat, to ensure blood glucose levels are within my range. Ayran Turkish yogurt drink has helped me without question, i drink a 250ml glass before bed, no more waking hungers,and wake a d feel refreshed. NO increase in blood glucose readings either. I also feel more energy and truly enjoy the taste.
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