🇦🇿 Azerbaijani Cuisine

Ayran

Azerbaijani Yogurt Drink

Prep Time 5 min
Servings 4
Difficulty Easy
Calories 54 kcal

A refreshing chilled drink of yogurt, water, and salt, whisked until frothy. This simple, tangy beverage is the traditional accompaniment to kebabs and heavy meat dishes across Azerbaijan.

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 1 Whisk yogurt until smooth.
  2. 2 Gradually add cold water while whisking until frothy.
  3. 3 Add salt and whisk again.
  4. 4 Serve immediately over ice cubes.
  5. 5 Optionally garnish with fresh mint.

Did You Know?

Azerbaijani ayran is said to have been the drink of choice for Silk Road caravan travelers, as the salt and yogurt combination helped prevent dehydration during long desert crossings.