Doogh Drink Recipe, a Persian Yogurt Beverage

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Doogh is a traditional Persian yogurt-based drink, highly popular in different cities of Iran. This refreshing beverage is a little bit salty, somehow fizzy, and usually flavored with herbs such as mint, rose, etc.

In Iran, Doogh drink can be found in almost every supermarket and is served in restaurants along with different Persian meals, such as Kabab Koobideh, Joojeh Kabab, and tahchin to balance the meals flavors.

Aside from Iran, doogh is served in some Middle Eastern countries too and is known as Ayran in some regions. Doogh is also similar in components to the salty Indian Lassi drink.

Originally, this beverage was made of highly fermented yogurt, which causes doogh to have a natural, moderate fizz.

This is the reason why Persian yogurt drink is tangy and can even be called yogurt soda. Thus, some non-Persians do not like to try it as they think that sparkling mineral water cannot accompany yogurt.

This is one of the biggest mistakes in history! I strongly recommend you to follow this blog and make a glass of doogh drink with this Doogh Recipe for yourself. You will be sure that you have found something to cool yourself down in hot summer days or wash down a big Persian meal!

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Doogh Drink Ingredients

2 cups plain whole-milk yogurt
½ cup dried mint
1 tbsp. dried rose petals
1 tsp. salt
2 cups club soda or carbonated water

Persian Doogh Yogurt Drink Recipe

If you want to know the original doogh drink recipe, we should go back hundreds of years ago. At that time, doogh was originally made by Persian nomads, and it was the by-product of butter production.

Fatty milk was placed in a huge leather bag called “Mashk”. The bag was then hung and swung back and forth until butter was produced. The fermented liquid left in the bag was then drained and drunk. That was the traditional doogh we are talking about.

However, nowadays, Persian yogurt drink is produced in factories, and only a few rural residents still follow the traditional doogh recipe.

Furthermore, you probably do not want to spend lots of time producing doogh at home. So we introduce you the convenient homemade Doogh recipe.

Step one

Blend yogurt, mint, rose petals, and salt in a blender until you get an integrated liquid. Pour the mixture into club soda and mix thoroughly with a spoon until everything is incorporated.

Step two

Pour doogh drink into a glass and garnish it with mint leaves and fresh roses. Your tasty drink is ready. Bon appetite!

Notes about Doogh Drink Recipe

Do serve doogh drink chilled with Persian meals, especially the ones with rice.
If you enjoy the sourness and fizz of doogh Iranian drink, you can add some kefir to the yogurt to get tangier doogh.
Feel free to adjust the water to club soda ratio as well.
If you do not like the sourness of doogh, you can adjust its flavor with more herbs or even a little bit of sugar or honey. However, it will not be the traditional doogh yogurt drink anymore!

Doogh Drink Health Benefits

This yogurt-based beverage has high-quality protein, calcium, magnesium, potassium, and vitamins B6 and B12.
Probiotics are beneficial microorganisms for the digestive system, and this one is rich in them. Therefore, gastrointestinal disorders including lactose intolerance, diarrhea, constipation, and irritable bowel illness might benefit from this beverage containing active cultures.
The immune system may also be strengthened by some probiotic strains.
Frequent intake of yogurt and yogurt-based beverages, such doogh, can improve weight management, reduce the risk of high blood pressure, and prevent osteoporosis.
Make sure the yogurt you purchase has active cultures and is free of added sweeteners.
A person who is lactose intolerant may be able to handle this beverage easier because of its low lactose content.
An outstanding source of antioxidants is dried mint.
This beverage contains no nuts, soy, gluten, eggs, or dairy.

Variations of Doogh Drink

To add more probiotic strains and a distinct flavor, try adding some kefir to the yogurt.
If you choose the rose and mint version, add some honey or maple syrup to make it sweeter. That would not be typical Persian, though.

How to Drink Iranian Doogh

Doogh, with its refreshingly chilly nature, is ideal for a hot summer day. In addition to satisfying your thirst, the tiny quantity of salt added is perhaps exactly what your body needs on hot days.

This Persian yogurt beverage isn’t limited to summertime, either. It’s a popular non-alcoholic beverage that’s offered at restaurants and at home at mealtimes. It pairs well with stews (khoresh), rice (polo), and kababs. but not if yogurt is the centerpiece of your meal!

FAQs on Doogh Drink Recipe

What is Doogh drink made of?

Doogh is a chilled beverage prepared of yogurt, water, and salt; pepper and/or mint are occasionally added for taste. It is frequently used as a cooling agent on hot days due to its savory and refreshing flavor. To add a little fizz, the beverage might be allowed to ferment once everything has been combined.

What is the difference between Ayran and Doogh?

Doogh is a popular yoghurt drink in the Middle East, North Africa, Central Asia, and the Mediterranean. It is tangy, somewhat salty, cool, and refreshing. Outside of Iran and the rest of Central Asia, it is also referred to as Ayran.

Is Doogh good for you?

It is an excellent source of probiotics, which are beneficial microorganisms that may help the immune system and the stomach.

Doogh drink recipe, a Persian yogurt beverage

Recipe by FerdosCourse: DrinksCuisine: Persian foodDifficulty: Easy

Servings

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Prep time

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Calories

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Originally, this beverage was made of highly fermented yogurt, which causes doogh to have a natural, moderate fizz.

Ingredients

2 cups plain whole-milk yogurt
½ cup dried mint
1 tbsp. dried rose petals
1 tsp. salt
2 cups club soda or carbonated water

Directions

Blend yogurt, mint, rose petals, and salt in a blender until you get an integrated liquid. Pour the mixture into club soda and mix thoroughly with a spoon until everything is incorporated.
Blend yogurt, mint, rose petals, and salt in a blender until you get an integrated liquid. Pour the mixture into club soda and mix thoroughly with a spoon until everything is incorporated.