Good food. Less fuss.
From the EZdish collection

Ayran

Turkish · Drink

A refreshing, savory yogurt-based drink from the Mediterranean, whisked until cold and frothy.

No cookVegetarianGluten free
Jump to recipe
Ayran — recipe cover
5 minFrom prep to plate
Prep time5 min
Cook timeNo cook
Servings2 people
DifficultyEasy
Let's make something good

How to make it

3 steps. Take it one step at a time.

  1. Combine the yogurt and salt

    In a large pitcher or blender, combine the yogurt and salt.

  2. Slowly pour in the ice-cold water while whisking vigorously or blending

    Slowly pour in the ice-cold water while whisking vigorously or blending at high speed for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is completely smooth and a thick layer of foam forms on the top.

    2 min
  3. Pour the Ayran into chilled glasses, ensuring the foam is distributed evenly

    Pour the Ayran into chilled glasses, ensuring the foam is distributed evenly. Garnish with a pinch of dried mint if desired and serve immediately.

A little kitchen wisdom

For the best results, use chilled yogurt and ice-cold water. If you prefer a thicker drink, reduce the water amount slightly.

What you'll need

WhiskPitcherBlender
Keep the good going

For now. And for later.

Make it ahead

Can be made up to 4 hours ahead, but will need to be re-whisked before serving to restore the foam.

Store & enjoy

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Serve cold. Do not heat.

Allergens

Contains milk.

Your next favorite, all in one place

A recipe worth keeping.

Save your favorites, plan your meals, and make cooking feel easy with EZdish.

Get the app
Keep exploring

More recipes to try

An AI-created recipe from the EZdish collection. Ingredient quantities and techniques have not been independently kitchen-tested. Published on this website . Updated . First published in the EZdish collection .

Ayran
Step 1 of 3

Combine the yogurt and salt

In a large pitcher or blender, combine the yogurt and salt.