There's something so comforting about Indian beverages that manage to strike a chord with us every single time. Nimbu pani, jal jeera, masala chai and more, we find a variety of desi drinks across India that are worth trying. Not only these drinks are packed with incredible flavours but are also brimming with health-benefiting properties.
One such popular drink that suits our local palate is chaas (or buttermilk). It is a soulful combination of churned dahi and spices and makes a popular choice among fitness enthusiasts. Alongside, the earthy flavours of the ingredients (used to make chaas), gives the drink an additional edge.
Did you know that chaas has multiple regional versions too? You heard us. If you explore Indian food culture, you will find the presence of buttermilk almost everywhere, with some local variation in the recipes. In Maharashtra, it is referred to as taak.
What Is Taak? Taak is a spiced buttermilk , made with ingredients that suit the palate of Maharashtra. It is also referred to as 'Mattha' by the locals. The drink is spicy, salty and tangy, and strikes the right balance of flavours on your palate.
Traditionally, taak is prepared by churning malai with a wooden churner. The churning process helps you separate makkhan (white butter) from the whey water (also called mattha), which is then used to prepare taak. However, today we prepare taak at home using yogurt.
It makes the process easy and saves a lot of time and energy. Also Read: Soothe Your Tummy With.