This South Indian Buttermilk or neer mor is a simple, refreshing, and easy to make thirst quencher during summer.
About this buttermilk
This Neer mor is a simple spiced buttermilk. This refreshing drink in called with many different names acrss India like majjoge, chaas etc. It is basically a savory thin buttermilk with optional add-ins.
This buttermilk is healthy and low in calories. This nourishes you when the mercury levels in the thermometer refuses to come down. This is an excellent snack during summer months when you do not have any energy to cook.
The probiotics in the buttermilk supports gut health. If you prefer adding temering, the added asafetida supports digestion too.
This recipe involves no cooking. Absolutely! Add a tadka if you want to swicth on the stove. Easy to make that your kids will step up and make it for the family. Plus, a summer time memory that they will build.
Making this neer mor is quick and effortless. You can whip it up in minutes with basic pantry ingredients, no cooking at all. if you porefer add a tempering which adds an extra layer of flavor.
I use chill yogurt and water to make this instant summer refresher. You can add ice cubes too. In addition, you can also adjust the consistency by adding more water. This recipe is optimum consistency - not too thick not too thin. Use sour curd too, just adjust the quantity and skip the lemon.
Ingredients
To make this simple buttermilk aka neer mor, you'll need the following:
Yogurt - add nourishment and forms not only the flavor base but also adds probiotics. This recipe uses fresh homemade yogurt.
Water - to thin the consistency to a drinkable treat
Ice cubes - optional
Green chili - adds a zing. You can adjust the level of spiciness you prefer.
Curry leaf and cilantro - boosts aroma and flavor
Salt - gives flavor
Serving Suggestions
You can serve this any day, any occasion. This is also a part of Sri Rama Navami Celebrations.
If you are hosting any get togethers, this is a great thirst quencher and gives a soothing effect.
Storage
If there is any leftovers, I recommend that you store it in the refrigerator for a couple of days.
More Summer Recipes
Buttermilk/Neer Mor
Ingredients
- 2 cups Yogurt, plain refrigerated
- 2 cups Water
- ½ tbsp Salt
- 2 tsp Cilantro
- 1 sprig Curry leaf torn
- 1 Green chilli thinly sliced
- ½ tbsp Lemon juice
- a pinch Asafoetida
Instructions
- Blend together yogurt, water, salt, and lemon juice for 30 sec. Pour it in a bowl
- Add rest of the ingredients, mix, pour, add ice cubes and enjoy!
Mayuri Patel says
My all time favourite thirst quencher. Healthy and easy to make. We have it almost everyday, even in winter.
magicalingrdnts says
Agree with you. Thanks Mayuri.
Priya Srinivasan says
Our favorite summer drink. Super easy and refreshing. Never tried blending with lemon juice, will try it next time!
magicalingrdnts says
It adds a zing factor. Thanks Priya.
Kalyani says
lemon Juice is a new addition here, the pics of Neer mor is inviting, Radha
magicalingrdnts says
Thanks Kalyani!
Mildly Indian says
classic buttermilk is always the best cooler for summer. We love making these all summer.