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Plain yogurt thinned and whisked with water, a little sugar or salt, and sometimes roasted cumin, until it turns frothy and light. The everyday cooling drink in hot, humid Bangladeshi summers, made in minutes with whatever yogurt is already in the fridge.
Quick answer: 10 min in total · serves 4 · main ingredients: Yogurt · amounts in metric and US
Ingredients
- 400 g 1.7 cup Yogurt
- 2 tbsp 2 tbsp Sugar (Optional)
- 1 pinch 1 pinch Salt (Optional)
- 0.5 tsp 0.5 tsp Cumin seeds, roasted and ground (Optional)
Steps
- Chill the yogurt and water beforehand for the most refreshing result.
- Whisk the yogurt in a large bowl until smooth and lump-free.
- Add chilled water gradually, whisking continuously, until it reaches a thin, drinkable consistency.
- Whisk in the sugar or salt and roasted cumin, according to taste.
- Pour over plenty of ice.
- Serve immediately while frothy.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Doi Ghol (Churned Yogurt Drink) take?
10 minutes in total.
Is Doi Ghol (Churned Yogurt Drink) hard to make?
Degchi rates it easy. The method has 6 steps.
How many people does Doi Ghol (Churned Yogurt Drink) serve?
This recipe serves 4. Use the toggle above the ingredient list to see the amounts in metric or US measures. For more or fewer portions, scale every amount in the same proportion, or use the servings control in the Degchi app.
Is Doi Ghol (Churned Yogurt Drink) halal, vegetarian or eggless?
It is marked halal in our recipe data. It is vegetarian. It has no egg. It has no beef. Check the labels on any packaged ingredients for your own needs.
What will I probably need to buy for Doi Ghol (Churned Yogurt Drink)?
Fresh items you will probably need to buy: yogurt.
Any tips for making Doi Ghol (Churned Yogurt Drink)?
Make it sweet or salty, never both — pick one direction and the drink tastes far more refreshing.
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