Spiced Buttermilk Is Not a Seasonal Drink.

Enjoy the health benefits by having it daily

Buttermilk, whether spiced or not, is becoming a typical drink among Asian countries. Spiced buttermilk is a common drink found all over India but known in different names.

I have known about this drink since childhood, and it is even shown in 1940’s movies as a welcome drink when somebody visits someone’s place or offered to somebody when too scorched from the summer hot.

It’s a yogurt drink, precisely a greek yogurt drink. It’s not sweet and often available on the restaurant’s menu. The hot or cold version can be easily prepared using a blender using cold or room temperature greek yogurt.

The reason why people include it in daily diet is due to its health benefits but may not like to eat yogurt as it is. Buttermilk is sour if it’s not blended with any spices of your choices, and it is believed that the spiced version acts as a healer.

High in Vitamins and almost fat-free

Buttermilk contains lactic acid bacteria that support and boost our body immunity. As a natural source of calcium and vitamins, it is also high on proteins and carbohydrates. Buttermilk is vitamin dense but extremely low in fat.

Best cooler after a heavy, spicy meal

This yogurt-based drink act as an antacid if you are suffering from acidity issues after a heavy meal. Have a drink rather than relying on acidic pills also helps to cool-off the burning stomach.

Great Cleanser

Yogurt is known to ease bowel movements and so buttermilk. Since buttermilk is less fat and contains calcium, potassium, and vitamin B12 makes this drink a great cleanser to detoxifies the body and cleanses the intestines, relieves constipation issues.

Appetize Booster

It is well known to handle stomach bloatedness hence a natural treatment against swelling, irritation and digestive disorders, and lack of appetite.

Hydrates body faster than any other drink

The significant component in the buttermilk is water; hence the drink maintains the water balance in the body. Because of its protein content, absorbed slowly from the intestines, thus, buttermilk is highly recommended over any other flavored drinks.

Buttermilk is not a seasonal drink but recommended to consume it in the morning but not during dinner. It is easily digestible and a good option for people who is lactose intolerant. There is no reason to avoid this drink anymore.

Ingredients for spiced buttermilk

1 cup cold Greek Yogurt 1 and 1/2 cup Water 2 chopped shallots Few curry leaves (optional, any leaves of your choice such as cilantro, corriander, mint) 2 Chopped green chilies 1teasspoon chopped ginger 1/4 teaspoon asafoetida Salt to taste

Preparation

• Blend all the mentioned ingredients for a few minutes until combined well.
• Serve chilled with mint or cilantro garnishing.