Hot’n Cold Buttermilk

Ingredients:

For hot buttermilk:

• 2 cups buttermilk
• 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• Salt to taste
• 1 tablespoon ghee or butter (optional)

For cool buttermilk:

• 2 cups buttermilk
• 1/2 cucumber, peeled and diced
• 1 green chili, chopped (optional)
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander (cilantro)
• Salt to taste
• Ice cubes

Instructions:

For hot buttermilk:

1. In a saucepan, heat the ghee or butter over medium heat.
2. Add the ground turmeric, cumin, coriander, and black pepper. Stir for about a minute until fragrant.
3. Pour in the buttermilk and stir well.
4. Let it simmer for a few minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Taste and adjust salt if necessary.
6. Serve hot.

For cool buttermilk:

1. In a blender, combine the buttermilk, diced cucumber, green chili (if using), chopped coriander, and salt.
2. Blend until smooth.
3. Pour the mixture into glasses over ice cubes.
4. Serve chilled.

Enjoy your hot and cool buttermilk!