Doogh Persian Yogurt Drink

🧂 Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons dried mint OR 2 handfuls fresh mint leaves
• 2 cups thick yogurt

  half/low fat works too
• 2 cups carbonated water

  you can use still too, if you prefer
• 2 large pinches salt
• 1 teaspoon dried rose petals

  crushed between fingers
• 2 handfuls ice cube
• 4 stalks fresh mint
• 20 cm thick cucumber portion

  sliced

Instructions

• 1 If you’re using dried mint, measure out 2 tablespoons. If you have fresh mint
  leaves, wash and chop them.
• 2 Crush the dried rose petals between your fingers.
• 3 Slice the cucumber into 20 cm portions.
• 4 In a large bowl, combine the thick yogurt and add two large pinches of salt.
  Stir well until the salt is evenly distributed.
• 5 Incorporate the dried mint or fresh mint leaves into the yogurt mixture.
• 6 Add the crushed dried rose petals. Mix thoroughly.
• 7 Slowly pour the carbonated water into the yogurt mixture while stirring
  continuously. If you prefer a still drink, you can use still water instead. The
  carbonation adds a refreshing fizz to the drink.
• 8 Add the ice cubes to the mixture. This helps to chill the drink and makes it
  more refreshing.
• 9 Stir the ingredients well to ensure that the yogurt, mint, and rose petals are
  evenly distributed throughout the liquid.
• 10 Take four stalks of fresh mint and use them as a garnish. Place them in the
  serving glasses or directly in the pitcher for a decorative touch.
• 11 Place the cucumber slices in the serving glasses or in the pitcher. The cucumber
  adds a crisp and cool element to the drink.
• 12 Pour the Doogh into glasses and serve immediately. The combination of yogurt,
  mint, and cucumber creates a refreshing and delightful drink, especially on a
  warm day.
• 13 If desired, you can adjust the salt or mint according to your taste preference.

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