South Indian Buttermilk (Neer Mor)
Neer 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 this drink 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.
Servings: 4
Calories: 52kcal
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.
Notes
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.
Nutrition
Calories: 52kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 657mg | Potassium: 106mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 147IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 84mg | Iron: 0.1mg