Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups plain yogurt
- 2 cups cold water
- 1 tablespoon rosewater
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Ice cubes
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Special equipment needed:
- Blender or whisk
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a blender or large bowl, combine the yogurt, water, rosewater, honey, and salt.
2. Blend or whisk until the mixture is smooth and frothy.
3. Taste and adjust the sweetness and saltiness to your liking.
4. Add ice cubes to a glass and pour the doogh over the ice.
5. Garnish with fresh mint leaves.
Time:
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: 0 minutes
Temperature:
Serve chilled.
Serving size:
This recipe makes 4 servings.
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 85
Fat: 2g
Carbohydrates: 11g
Protein: 5g
Sodium: 320mg
Sugar: 10g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- If you don't have rosewater, you can use orange blossom water or omit it altogether.
- If you don't have honey, you can use maple syrup or agave nectar.
Variations:
- Add a pinch of ground cardamom for a Middle Eastern twist.
- Use sparkling water instead of still water for a fizzy doogh.
- Add chopped cucumber and/or fresh dill for a savory version.
Tips and tricks:
- Use full-fat yogurt for a creamier and richer doogh.
- If you don't have a blender, you can whisk the ingredients vigorously by hand.
- Use a high-quality rosewater for the best flavor.
Storage instructions:
Doogh can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Reheating instructions:
Do not heat doogh as it will curdle.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the doogh in tall glasses with a sprig of fresh mint on top.
Garnishes:
Fresh mint leaves
Pairings:
Doogh pairs well with Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine, such as kebabs, falafel, and hummus.
Suggested side dishes:
- Tabouli salad
- Baba ghanoush
- Grilled vegetables
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the doogh is too thick, add more water.
- If the doogh is too thin, add more yogurt.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to use fresh and clean ingredients.
- Store doogh in the refrigerator and discard any leftovers after 2 days.
Food history:
Doogh is a traditional yogurt-based drink that originated in the Middle East and Central Asia.
Flavor profiles:
Doogh is tangy, slightly sweet, and floral.
Serving suggestions:
Serve doogh as a refreshing drink during hot summer days or as a palate cleanser between courses.
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Region: Iranian
Taste: Refreshing, Sweet, Floral, Tart