Pudina Chaas (Mint Chaas)

This super refreshing, cooling pudina chaas is a summertime staple drink. This mint chaas is a variation of the regular masala chaas. 

❤️About This Recipe

• You’ll need only 8 ingredients (including water and salt) and 5 minutes.
• This is an Indian spiced, yogurt-based drink. 
• Pudina chaas (or any variety of chaas) is so cooling to your body, so it is usually served during the hot summer days.
• Super easy to make: just add ingredients into the blender, blend and serve. This can’t get any simpler than this.

🧾Ingredient Notes

• Yogurt: Traditionally full-fat yogurt is used to make pudina chaas. But if you’re considering fat intake then you can use fat-free or low-fat yogurt. If so, chaas will be light and less creamy.
• Mint leaves: use fresh (not wilted) mint leaves. Discard the stems that make the drink bitter sometimes.
• Green chili: It is OPTIONAL. Seeds are removed to control the heat level. Just a half-inch piece is required. If you do not prefer the spicy taste or do not like to bite into the raw chili then skip
• Roasted cumin powder: I usually make a small batch of my roasted cumin powder.
  • How to make it at home: dry roast the cumin seeds on medium-low heat till they are golden brown and aromatic. Remove it to a plate and let it cool down completely. Then grind into a spice grinder (or use mortar and pestle if making a small quantity).
• Black salt (kala namak): It gives the right zing to mint chaas. There is no substitute for this ingredient.
• Black pepper powder: It aids in easy digestion.

👩‍🍳Step By Step Photo Instructions 

1. Take all the ingredients into the blender.
2. Blend it until smooth (you’ll see the tiny specs of mint leaves). Pour into the serving glass and enjoy.

💭Expert Tips

• Pudina chaas tastes best when served chilled.
• Always use chilled yogurt and chilled water to get an instant chilled drink. Otherwise, make a few hours before serving and chill in the refrigerator.
• Instead of using a blender, you can use a stick blender just like this masala chaas recipe.
• It will separate (spices and yogurt settle at the bottom) as it sits longer, so always stir first and then serve.

🍽 Serving Ideas

Pudina chaas is usually served along with the meal. So after having a spicy curry meal, drink a glass of it. It’s a great way to cool off the stomach and helps to stay away from acidity.

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This super refreshing, cooling pudina chaas is a summertime staple drink

Author: Kanan

Course: Beverage

Cuisine: Indian

Calories: 92kcal

Servings 2

Prep Time 5 minutes

Total Time 5 minutes

US measuring cups are used (1 cup = 240 ml) See details

Ingredients  

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• ▢ 1 cup Plain yogurt Chilled
• ▢ 1 ½ cups Water Chilled
• ▢ 2 tablespoons Mint leaves
• ▢ ½ Green chili seeds removed
• ▢ ½ teaspoon Roasted cumin powder
• ▢ ½ teaspoon Black salt (Kala namak)
• ▢ ⅛ teaspoon Black pepper powder
• ▢ Salt to taste

Instructions 

• Take all the ingredients into the blender.
• Blend it until smooth (you’ll see the tiny specs of mint leaves).
• Pour into the serving glass and enjoy.

Notes

• Pudina chaas tastes best when served chilled.
• Always use chilled yogurt and chilled water to get an instant chilled drink. Otherwise, make a few hours prior to serving and chill in the refrigerator.
• Instead of using a blender, you can use a stick blender.
• It will separate (spices and yogurt settle at the bottom) as it sits longer, so always stir first and then serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 92kcal | Carbohydrates: 9.5g | Protein: 7.3g | Fat: 1.7g | Saturated Fat: 1.2g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 754mg | Potassium: 326mg | Sugar: 8.7g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 3.3mg | Calcium: 250mg | Iron: 1.3mg

*Nutrition information is a rough estimate for 1 serving

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