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Ayran

Ayran

The perfect partner for your lahmacun has to be a refreshing glass of Aryan, one of the most popular drinks of the Turks since the discovery of Yogurt among the Turkish tribes in Central Asia. It's simply made by diluting yogurt with water and adding salt to taste. Drenched over crushed ice and garnished with a mint leaf, it’s the ideal drink to quench your thirst. It accompanies any meal or is drunk by itself. It's common in all regions of North Cyprus, the only variation being its thickness. Try fresh Ayran (taze yapilmis Ayran) for the best experience.

Ingredients
250 gr (8 oz) thick sheep's milk yogurt
150 ml (1/4 pint) cold water
A little salt
Mint - dried or fresh

Preparation
Put all the ingredients, except the mint, in a blender and blend for 1-2 minutes until smooth and lightly frothy. Alternatively, beat in a bowl with an egg whisker, until well amalgamated. Pour evenly to each glass and put some mint on every glass to serve.

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