Summers in India are incomplete without a tall glass of chaas! This versatile drink is loved by people of all ages for its cooling properties and refreshing taste. Whether you want to beat the heat or satisfy your taste buds, Chaas is the perfect summer companion. But wait, there’s more! Not only is it delicious, but it also helps with digestion, making it a popular after-meal option. Plus, with its easy-to-make recipe, you can make buttermilk in minutes and enjoy it anytime, anywhere! So why not give a treat to your taste buds and give some relief to your stomach with a glass of buttermilk?

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Types of Chaas:

Get ready to dive into the world of Chas! There are two main types of chaas that will quench your thirst and tickle your taste buds:

1. is the first plain chaas Fresh mix of curd, water and salt. It’s a classic choice that never fails to cool you down on a hot summer day.

2. And if you’re feeling adventurous and want to spice things up, Masala Buttermilk is the way to go! This exciting twist on the classic recipe includes a special spice blend called chaas masala powder. It is a delightful combination of whole spices like cumin, black pepper, fennel, coriander powder, black salt and white salt which adds a flavor to your drink. The best part? You can easily make this buttermilk masala powder at home within minutes! So why eat plain when you can spice it up?

How to make chaas masala powder

To make buttermilk masala powder at home, you will need whole spices like cumin, black pepper, fennel, coriander powder, black salt and white salt. To increase the shelf life of spices, it is necessary to dry roast them.

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Here’s a step-by-step recipe to make chaach masala powder:

1. Take a pan and heat it on low flame for a few seconds.

2. Add 4 tbsp cumin seeds to the pan and fry for a few seconds.

3. After this add 2 tbsp black pepper and 2 tbsp whole coriander and fry for a minute.
4. Switch off the gas and add 1 tbsp black salt, 2 tbsp common salt, ½ tsp asafoetida and 1 tsp dry ginger powder.
5. Mix all the ingredients and keep aside for a few minutes.
6. After that put all the spices in a mix jar and make a fine powder.
7. If you have dry mint powder and curry leaves powder, you can also add them to the mixture.

How to make Masala Chaas

To make masala buttermilk, take one cup of curd in a mixer jar and add two cups of water to it. Blend it well and pour into two glasses. Put half a teaspoon buttermilk masala powder in each glass and serve garnished with green coriander. Your masala buttermilk is ready to serve.

Chaas is a simple and easy-to-make summer drink that is loved by many. Making buttermilk masala powder at home is a great way to enhance its flavor and make it more enjoyable. So, go ahead and try making buttermilk at home this summer!

About PayalWith food in mind and Bollywood in heart, these two things are often reflected in Payal’s writing. Apart from Akshar, Payal loves to experiment with new and delicious recipes.