Persian · drink
Doogh (Yogurt Drink)
Doogh (Yogurt Drink) reads herbaceous 4.7, funk & ferment 4.6 and sourness 4.6 on Palate's 0–10 flavor X-ray — a Persian drink, about 1 hr 5 min. Measured from the recipe itself: ingredients and technique.
The flavor X-ray — six axes, 0–10
- Umami & Savory — 5.2 / 10
- Sweet & Fruity — 1.9 / 10
- Sour & Bright — 4.8 / 10
- Bitter & Earthy — 0.0 / 10
- Rich & Fat — 2.8 / 10
- Aromatic & Spice — 4.8 / 10
The measured notes (of 18)
Herbaceous 4.7 · Funk & Ferment 4.6 · Sourness 4.6 · Salinity 3.6 · Richness 2.8 · Sweetness 1.9 · Umami 1.8 · Floral 1.6 · Citrus 0.5
What's in it (4)
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 cups cold water
- 1 tsp dried mint
- 1/4 tsp salt
Time & effort: about 1 hr 5 min (5 min active) · effort: easy
Nutrition (per 100 g, engine-estimated): 16.7 kcal, 1.4 g protein, 0 g fat, 2.7 g carbs
Dietary: Vegetarian · Contains dairy — engine-derived; double-check anything allergy-critical.
How it's cooked (3 steps)
- Whisk yogurt vigorously with cold water until completely smooth and the consistency of a thin drink.
- Season with salt and dried mint.
- Serve well chilled, optionally with sparkling water for a fizzy version.
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- Jameed (Dried Fermented Sheep's Yoghurt) — Jordanian
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Every number above is Palate's engine-measured estimate, computed from this recipe's ingredients and techniques — not human-tasted ratings or reviews.