Name: Refreshing Mint Chaas (Indian Yogurt Drink) Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 1 cup Mint Leaves (fresh, tightly packed); 1-2 Chili (adjust to your spice preference, green); 1 inch Ginger; 1 1/2 cup Yogurt (full-fat recommended, thick and chilled); 1/4 tsp Chaat Masala (or to taste); 1/2 - 3/4 tsp Salt (adjust to taste); 1/2 cup Water (or more, to reach desired consistency)

Refreshing Mint Chaas (Indian Yogurt Drink) Recipe

Ranjani Raj

UpdatedJuly, 2025

5 minutes

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4.75 from 4 votes

Beverages Homestyle Cooking Indian North Indian

About Refreshing Mint Chaas (Indian Yogurt Drink) Recipe

Beat the summer heat with this incredibly refreshing Mint Chaas, a classic North Indian yogurt drink. This simple recipe combines cool yogurt with the vibrant flavors of mint, green chili, and ginger, creating a deliciously cooling and digestive beverage perfect for hot days.

Beyond its delightful taste, Mint Chaas offers a light and hydrating option after a heavy meal. The combination of ingredients aids digestion, leaving you feeling refreshed and revitalized. This recipe is easy to make, using common ingredients, making it a perfect addition to your summer repertoire.

Transport yourself to the heart of India with each sip, experiencing the authentic flavors and cooling sensation of this traditional drink. It's the perfect way to enjoy a taste of summer and traditional Indian hospitality.

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Recipe Time & More

Prep5

Total5

Calories72 kcal

Serves

Served AsBeverages

Recipe TasteSalty Spicy

Ingredients

For the Mint-Chili Paste

▢ 1 cup Mint Leaves fresh, tightly packed
▢ 1-2 Chili adjust to your spice preference, green
▢ 1 inch Ginger

For the Chaas

▢ 1 1/2 cup Yogurt full-fat recommended, thick and chilled
▢ 1/4 tsp Chaat Masala or to taste
▢ 1/2 - 3/4 tsp Salt adjust to taste
▢ 1/2 cup Water or more, to reach desired consistency

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Instructions

Prepare the Mint-Chili Paste

Wash and roughly chop the mint leaves, green chili, and ginger.
Combine the mint, chili, and ginger in a blender or food processor. Add a small amount (about 1/4 cup) of the yogurt to help it blend smoothly.
Blend until a smooth paste forms.

Make the Chaas

In a large jar or blender, combine the remaining yogurt, salt, and chaat masala.
Add the mint-chili paste to the yogurt mixture.
Add cold water gradually, blending until you reach your desired consistency (it should be slightly thin).
For a frothier chaas, blend for about 45-60 seconds.

Serve

Pour the Mint Chaas into glasses filled with ice.
Garnish with fresh mint leaves and a sprinkle of chaat masala, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy!

Recipe Notes

Expert Tips for the Perfect Mint Chaas

For a creamier Chaas, use full-fat yogurt and blend for a shorter time. For a thinner Chaas, use less yogurt and add more water.
Adjust the amount of green chili based on your spice preference. Start with one chili and add more if you prefer a spicier drink.
If you don't have chaat masala, you can substitute with a pinch of roasted cumin powder and a little black salt for a similar savory flavor.
For an extra cooling effect, add a few ice cubes directly to the glasses before pouring the Chaas. You can also chill the yogurt and water beforehand.