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ayran

Traditional dish from Türkiye

Must Try Street Food Vegetarian

About ayran

drink made from yoghurt with soda water and salt, and sometimes also vodka

Ayran is a cold savory yogurt-based beverage that is consumed across Central Asia, the Balkans, and the Middle East. The principal ingredients are yogurt, water and salt. Herbs such as mint may be optionally added. Some varieties are carbonated. It is a national drink of Turkey.

Components

  • table salt
  • drinking water
  • yogurt
  • milk

Dietary Information

✓ Vegetarian friendly
✓ Popular street food
✓ Must-try when visiting Türkiye
Traditional Türkiye cuisine

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