How to Make Ayran (Turkish Yogurt Drink)

Ayran is a wonderfully refreshing, healthy drink. Easy to make too. Though it's quite different from many western drinks, try it once and you won't regret it!

Ingredients

1 pint plain yogurt (the thicker the better)
Several ice cubes
A generous pinch of salt
Freshly pealed-off Garlic bulbs (optional)
A little chopped fresh mint (optional)
1 pint water

Steps

1
Add yogurt and water to a blender.
2
Add ice cubes and salt.

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3
Add the Garlic bulbs.
4
Add a bit of fresh mint, optional.
5
Blend until well mixed.
6
Serve.

Community Q&A

Question

I was told by a Turk that ayran cools the blood, is this true?

Kristy Bhowal

Community Answer

Yes, it's a very good summer drink. People in different parts of the world drink it in summer and have different names for it. In India they call it lassi. It cools you down, as yogurt is an cooling agent. We even sometimes take it for gastric or acidity problems. It's very good if you add a few leaves of mint to it as well.
Question

How many servings does this make? How much should I use for one person?

Community Answer

Two pints is not that much especially on a hot summers day. What is left (if any) can be returned to the refrigerator for about 2 days.