Borhani (Spiced Yogurt Drink)
Here is a straightforward way to make Borhani (Spiced Yogurt Drink) at home, with a clear ingredient list and step-by-step instructions you can follow without guesswork. It sits firmly in the Indian tradition, so expect the flavours you would get from a good home kitchen there. Scroll down for the ingredients, the step-by-step method, and answers to the questions we get asked most about it.
- Serves 6
- Level Easy
Ingredients
- 3 tsp Cumin Seeds
- 500 ml (2 cups) full-fat plain yoghurt
- 1 cup (200 mL) cold water
- ½ tsp Fresh green chile peppers
- ½ tsp Mint
- ½ tsp Chopped Coriander
- ¾ tsp White mustard seeds
- ¾ tsp White pepper
- ½ tsp Black Pepper
- 3 tsp Sugar
- ½ tsp Rock salt
- ½ tsp Salt
Method
- Dry-roast cumin seeds by cooking them over low heat in small pan until you can smell the seasoning, about 2 minutes. Cool and grind to a powder.
- Beat yoghurt with water until it becomes smooth. Strain green chili, mint, leaf and coriander pastes with some water blend into the yoghurt. Combine all other ingredients and mix well.
- Serve cold.
Tips for the best Borhani (Spiced Yogurt Drink)
- Use a kitchen scale for the dry ingredients if you have one — baking is less forgiving than cooking.
- Preheat the oven fully before anything goes in — a cold start changes the texture.
- Do not crowd the pan. Cook in batches if needed so everything browns instead of steaming.
Variations
- Spicier version: add a pinch of chilli flakes or a sliced fresh chilli with the aromatics.
- Vegetable boost: stir in a handful of spinach, peas or diced peppers in the last few minutes of cooking.
- Slow cooker: brown everything first, then cook on low for 6–8 hours instead of simmering.
Serving ideas
Dust with icing sugar just before serving and pair with coffee or tea.
Storage
Keeps in an airtight container at room temperature for 2–3 days, or refrigerated for up to a week. Most versions freeze well for 2 months.
Frequently asked questions
Can I make Borhani (Spiced Yogurt Drink) ahead of time?
Yes. It actually improves after a few hours, so make it earlier in the day and reheat gently before serving.
What can I substitute for cumin seeds?
Any ingredient with a similar texture and cooking time works; see the variations below for ideas. Keep quantities the same and adjust seasoning at the end.
Is Borhani (Spiced Yogurt Drink) vegetarian?
Yes — this version is vegetarian as written. Always check packaged ingredients if you have strict requirements.
Is this Borhani (Spiced Yogurt Drink) recipe medium to make?
It is rated medium: 12 ingredients and 3 steps. Follow the order and the tips above and it is very forgiving.
How many people does this Borhani (Spiced Yogurt Drink) recipe serve?
As written it serves 6. The quantities scale up or down in a straight line, so double everything for 6×2.
Adapted from Wikibooks Cookbook, CC BY-SA 4.0 — source
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