Chaas

Kids always like to have something cool......especially in summers. This is one recipe where all in a family can enjoy. This called Chaas. Its a Gujarati recipe.....Here is the recipe for you all on the 6 th day of blogging marathon.
We need:


Curd 1 cup
Ginger 1 inch piece
Green chilli 1
Fresh cumin powder 1/4 sp
Chopped cilantro
Black salt for taste



Method:



Blend curd, green chilli, ginger root, cumin powder and black salt in a blender.
Add ice and blend once again.
Garnish with cilantro on top before serving .
Chill and serve or as it is.


Sending this recipe to Kamalika's Kids Delight event.

Check what my fellow blogger are cooking in the Blogging Marathon # 8

Comments

vaishali sabnani said…
cool n refreshing a must in Gujrat:)
August 29, 2011 at 9:58 PM
Nirmala's kitchen said…
Good refrshing drink for summer!!!!
August 29, 2011 at 11:26 PM
Jane said…
Haven't tried anything like this before with my kids. Not sure how they would like it.
August 29, 2011 at 11:56 PM
Priya said…
Wat a healthy and refreshing drink..
August 30, 2011 at 2:27 AM
Aarthi said…
Following you right away...This looks delicious..Love it anytime of the week…Totally yummy..Thanks for sharing it dear…Should try it soon…If you have time do check my blog too…

Aarthi
http://yummytummy-aarthi.blogspot.com/
September 29, 2011 at 12:42 AM
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