Pudina Tadka Chhachh Recipe: Instant Relief from Acidity & Bloating

Pudina Tadka Chhachh Recipe : Beat the summer heat and digestive issues with this refreshing Pudina Tadka Chhachh (Spiced Mint Buttermilk) – a cooling Ayurvedic drink that relieves gas, acidity, and bloating in minutes!

Why This Buttermilk Works?

 Pudina (Mint): Soothes indigestion & cools the body
Heeng (Asafoetida): Reduces gas & improves digestion
Jeera (Cumin): Aids digestion & adds flavor
Curd Base: Probiotics for gut health

Ingredients (Serves 2)

• 2 cups fresh chhachh (buttermilk) – whisk 1 cup curd + 1 cup water

• ½ cup fresh pudina (mint) leaves

• 1 green chili (optional, for spice)

• 1 tsp roasted jeera (cumin) powder

• ½ tsp black salt (kala namak)

• 1 pinch heeng (asafoetida)

• 1 tbsp mustard oil/ghee (for tadka)

Step-by-Step Recipe

1. Prepare Mint Paste

• Blend pudina leaves + green chili into a smooth paste.

• Mix into chhachh along with black salt & jeera powder.

2. Temper the Tadka

• Heat 1 tbsp oil/ghee in a small pan.

• Add ½ tsp jeera, let it splutter.

• Turn off heat, add heeng, and pour over buttermilk.

• Cover immediately to trap flavors.

3. Serve & Enjoy!

 Best served chilled after meals or as a morning detox drink.

Health Benefits

 Instant relief from acidity & bloating
Cools the body in summer
Boosts digestion with probiotics
Gluten-free & vegan (if using oil)

Pro Tips

 No fresh mint? Use dry mint powder (1 tsp).
For extra cooling, add grated cucumber.
Skip tadka if short on time – just mix heeng directly.

Perfect for:
Summer detox
After heavy meals
Upset stomach relief