andhraEasyvegetariannut free
Majjiga Charu
RATING
4.4/5(78)
TASTE SCORE
7/10
A refreshing and tangy Andhra-style spiced buttermilk, lightly seasoned with a flavorful tempering. This no-cook cold soup is a perfect coolant for hot days and pairs wonderfully with steamed rice.
SERVINGS
4
INGREDIENTS
For 4 servings
NUTRITION · PER SERVING
100
100
CALORIES · 1 CUP
Protein6g · 24%
Carbs13g · 52%
Fat3g · 27%
Fiber1g
Sugar9g
Saturated fat1g
Cholesterol2mg
Sodium791mg
Potassium342mg
Phosphorus139mg
METHOD · 3 STEPS
Prepare the buttermilk base
- In a large bowl, whisk the curd until smooth and free of lumps.
- Gradually add 2.5 cups of water while whisking continuously to form a thin, uniform buttermilk.
- Stir in the finely chopped onion, slit green chilies, chopped ginger, coriander leaves, and salt. Mix well and set aside.
Make the tempering (tadka)
- Heat oil in a small pan over medium heat.
- Add the mustard seeds and let them splutter, which should take about 30 seconds.
- Add the cumin seeds and urad dal. Sauté for about 1 minute until the dal turns light golden.
- Add the broken dried red chili and curry leaves. Sauté for another 30 seconds until the curry leaves are crisp.
- Finally, add the hing and turmeric powder, give it a quick stir, and immediately turn off the heat.
Combine and serve
- Pour the hot tempering directly into the prepared buttermilk mixture.
- Stir well to combine all the flavors.
- Let it rest for at least 10 minutes for the flavors to meld. Serve at room temperature or chilled with steamed rice.
PRO TIPS
What to keep in mind.
5 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.
- 1Use slightly sour yogurt for the most authentic tangy flavor.
- 2Never heat or boil the buttermilk after adding the tempering, as it will curdle.
- 3For a crunchier texture, you can add finely chopped cucumber or raw mango along with the onions.
- 4Let the Majjiga Charu rest for at least 15-20 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to infuse properly.
- 5This dish tastes even better when chilled for about 30 minutes before serving, especially on a hot day.
RECIPE VARIATIONS
Adapt it for your goals.
vegan
Vegan
Replace the dairy yogurt with a plant-based yogurt like coconut, soy, or cashew yogurt.
jainJain
Omit the onion and ginger. You can add a pinch more asafoetida (hing) to compensate for the flavor.
kid friendlyKid friendly
Skip the green chilies and use only a small piece of the dried red chili in the tempering for a very mild flavor.
quickQuick
For an instant version, skip the tempering step. Simply mix all the tempering spices (raw) directly into the buttermilk.
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