Spiced Beetroot Chaas or Buttermilk is a twist to our regular Masala Chaas recipe. If you are bored with making the same chaas/buttermilk then it’s the perfect time to give a healthy twist to it this Summer.
Spiced Beetroot Chaas is a refreshing and cooling recipe that is perfect to have on a hot Summer day. Not only this is different, but this is also healthy too. A perfect recipe to give to your kids, they will enjoy the color and will get the health benefits too.
This Beetroot Buttermilk is mixed with curd/yogurt and has a nice taste of green chilies and ginger to give it a spicy touch. Obviously, you can avoid green chillies if you are making for your kids. Adjust the spiciness according to your taste and preference.
This recipe goes really well with a South Indian meal or a thali. Try it sometime and surprise your parents or your partner.
Want to know about Beetroot benefits. Here are some:
- Boosts energy
- Helps reduce blood pressure.
- Beetroot is a great purifier.
- It is great for your eyes and skin.
- Increases haemoglobin.
- Improves digestion
If Beetroot has so many benefits, why not include this in our diet. Also, what’s better than having a chilled glass of this Beetroot Chaas and get refreshed.
During Summer, we all want to eat less and drink more. It is very important to keep yourself hydrated as the heat can take a toll on your body. Instead of drinking those market made juices and aerated drinks, let’s drink something that is soothing, refreshing and is healthy too.
Have beetroot at home? You can try this Beetroot Tikki recipe too.
This is the first time I tried this chaas recipe and I was amazed by the strong flavours. It is the perfect recipe to complete your meal. The combination of Beetroot and buttermilk is a beautiful combination. Also, the color of this drink is so pleasing to your eyes that you can’t say no to it!
Try other cooling drink recipes for this Summer:
Have a look at this video of Beetroot Chaas.
Let’s get started with the recipe.
| Prep Time | 10 minutes |
| Cook Time | 5 minutes |
| Servings |
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- 1 number Beetroot Medium size
- 3-4 katori/cup Curd/Yogurt Fresh and not sour.
- 1 number Green chili
- small piece ginger Optional
- 1/2 teaspoon Roasted Cumin powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Black Salt
- Salt as required
- water as required
Ingredients
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- Wash and peel Beetroot. Now put this in a pressure cooker with some water and take 1-2 whistles. Just like how we boil potato/aloo.
- In a mixer grinder, add chopped boiled beetroot, green chili, and ginger. Make a smooth puree of it. Add a little water if required. Strain this puree using a strainer/chalni.
- Now in a big mixing bowl, take the beetroot puree, add Dahi and water. Add roasted cumin powder, salt, and rock salt.
- Whisk it well using a hand blender or a hand whisker.
- Check the taste and adjust the salt accordingly. Once done, you can serve the beetroot buttermilk immediately or refrigerate it for a few hours and serve chilled.
- Healthy and super yummy Spiced Beetroot Chaas is ready.
- If you don't want the spice, just make it with beetroot puree.
- Make the beetroot puree in advance and store it in the refrigerator. Use as and when required.
- Adjust the water according to your taste and preference.
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