Add Preferred SourceNeer Mor is a refreshing South Indian drink perfect for beating the heat during the summer months. Also known as majjige or sambaram, this drink is free from sugar. The best part is that neer mor is quick and easy to make, taking less than 5 minutes to prepare. Serve chilled and enjoy the refreshing taste of this South Indian buttermilk on a hot summer day.
Majjige, also known as buttermilk, is a traditional South Indian-style yogurt-based drink that is perfect for beating the heat during the hot summer months. This refreshing and cooling drink is very similar to salted lassi and is an alternative to sugary drinks.
During the festival of Ramnavmi, it is customary to serve majjige along with other traditional dishes such as panaka and kosambari. South Indian buttermilk can be made ahead of time and stored for up to 2 days in the fridge. So, next time you're looking for a refreshing drink, give this drink a try!
Why you will love this recipe?
- Refreshing and cooling: Majjige is a refreshing and cooling drink that is perfect for beating the heat during the summer months.
- Easy to make: This recipe is quick and easy to make, taking less than 5 minutes to prepare.
- Versatile: This drink can be made in a variety of ways, with different spices and herbs to suit individual preferences.
- Can be made ahead: You can make a big jug of neer mor ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 2 days, making it a convenient and time-saving option.
Ingredients
Yogurt: Use fresh full-fat yogurt. You can also use Greek yogurt, however, you will need more water to bring it to the right consistency.
Water: Use the chilled water to make neer mor. If you are using room temperature water, make sure you chill the drink before serving.
Other ingredients: You will need minced ginger, green chilies, and cilantro.
Tempering: A simple tempering (seasoning or tadka) is made using mustard seeds, curry leaves, and hing. This is optional and can be skipped.
Step-by-step instructions
Step 1: Take yogurt in a large bowl and whisk it well.
Step 2: To make the tempering, heat oil in a small pan. Add mustard seeds, hing, and curry leaves. Turn off the heat once the mustard seeds splutter.
Step 3: Add this tempering to the buttermilk along with ginger, green chili, cilantro, and salt. Give it a good mix.
Step 4: Add water and churn the buttermilk using a wire whisk or wooden churner. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator.
Expert Tips
Always use chilled water to make neer mor. This will help to keep the drink cool and refreshing.
The consistency of this drink should be thin and watery. If it is too thick, add more water to thin it down.
The tempering (tadka) can be skipped in this recipe. In that case, add curry leaves along with ginger and cilantro.
This South Indian buttermilk should always be served chilled. You can keep it in the fridge for a few hours before serving.
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South Indian Buttermilk (Neer Mor)
Ingredients
- 1 cup yogurt
- 1 teaspoon ginger minced
- 1 green chili deseeded and finely chopped
- ¼ cup cilantro finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups water cold
Tempering (optional):
- 1 teaspoon oil
- ½ teaspoon mustard seeds
- ¼ teaspoon asafoetida (hing)
- 1 sprig curry leaves finely chopped
Instructions
- In a large bowl, take yogurt and whisk it well.
- To make the tempering, heat oil in a small pan. Add mustard seeds, hing, and curry leaves. Turn off the heat once the mustard seeds splutter.
- Add this tempering along with ginger, green chili, cilantro, and salt. Give it a good mix.
- Add water and churn the buttermilk using a wire whisk or wooden churner.
- Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator.
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