Here's a very simple cooling, refreshing drink called Chaas.
It's a spiced buttermilk drink made by diluting yoghurt with water, a pinch of salt, and a pinch of ground cumin one of the everyday Indian spices we use in the community.
To make it: one part yoghurt to two parts water.
Start with a pinch of salt and cumin, mix to blend the flavours, and add a little more if you like it stronger.
You can also add thinly sliced green chilli, a pinch of ginger or garlic, or curry leaves for extra flavour.
It's great for digestion, hydrating, and light on the stomach so cooling in this weather.
I'm Varsha, and I teach real Indian cooking at home using just 7 everyday spices no specialist ingredients, no complicated processes.
Will you give Chaas a go? Let me know!