🇲🇷 Mauritanian Cuisine

Zrig

Camel Milk Drink

Prep Time 5 min

Servings 4

Difficulty Easy

Calories 113 kcal

A refreshing drink of fresh camel milk mixed with water and a touch of sugar, served chilled. This traditional Mauritanian beverage provides essential hydration and nutrition in the harsh Saharan climate.

Ingredients

1 liter fresh camel milk (or goat milk)
2 cups cold water
2 tbsp sugar
Pinch of salt

Instructions

1 Pour fresh camel milk into a large bowl or calabash.
2 Add cold water and whisk vigorously until well combined and slightly frothy.
3 Stir in sugar and a pinch of salt to balance the flavors.
4 Chill if possible, or serve at room temperature in the traditional nomadic style.

Did You Know?

Camel milk is a complete food — Saharan nomads have survived for days on zrig alone during desert crossings.