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Colombian Yogurt Drink

Serves 4 to 6 Beverage vegetarian, Beverages

Colombian Yogurt Drink

Colombian Yogurt Drink is a comforting staple found on many Colombian home tables. It's a simple yet satisfying beverage that showcases the local approach to cooking: intuitive, generous, and always aimed at sharing. This drink is prepared with instinctive measures of salt and a liberal hand with fat, reflecting the casual expertise of Colombian family cooks.

The drink is a refreshing blend of creamy yogurt, cold water, and just the right hint of salt, finished with ice to keep it cool. Its taste is tangy and savory, with a smooth texture that glides easily across the palate. Enjoy it as a cooling refreshment on a warm afternoon, or as a delightful contrast to spicy dishes.

Ingredients

  • 400 gyogurt
  • 300 mlcold water
  • 1/2 tspfine sea salt
  • as neededice

Method

  1. Start by chilling your serving glasses in the freezer. This ensures that the Colombian Yogurt Drink stays refreshingly cold when served. If you don't have space in the freezer, fill the glasses with ice water and set them aside to chill while you prepare the drink.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, measure out 400 g of yogurt. Use a whisk to gently stir the yogurt, ensuring it is smooth and free of lumps. This step is crucial for achieving a consistent texture in the final drink.
  3. Slowly add 300 ml of cold water to the yogurt. Pour the water in a thin stream while continuously whisking to incorporate it evenly. The mixture should become smooth and slightly frothy, indicating that the yogurt and water have combined properly.
  4. Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon of fine sea salt over the yogurt mixture. Whisk gently to dissolve the salt completely. The salt should enhance the natural tanginess of the yogurt without overpowering it, creating a balanced and traditional flavor profile.
  5. Prepare a serving pitcher by filling it halfway with ice. This will keep the drink chilled and refreshing as you serve it. Pour the yogurt mixture over the ice in the pitcher, allowing it to cool further.
  6. Remove the chilled glasses from the freezer or discard the ice water if you used it to chill them. Pour the Colombian Yogurt Drink into the glasses, leaving a little room at the top to avoid spills.
  7. Serve the drink immediately, ensuring each glass has a few ice cubes to maintain the cold temperature. The drink should be creamy and slightly salty, with a refreshing chill that is perfect for a warm day. Enjoy this traditional Colombian beverage with family and friends.
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Authentic Colombian Cuisine

This recipe is from Authentic Colombian Cuisine by Yassine Sbiti — the Colombian volume in the ComidaTime International Cuisines series.

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