Chhach is a yogurt based drink, that is good for you - high in vitamins and low in fat. It is categorized as a sattvic food in Ayurveda. The english translation for Chaas would be Spiced Buttermilk.

It is also known by various names throughout India - Sambhaaram, Morum Vellam, Majjige, Chach, Tak, Matha, Near Mor.

Earlier, Chhach was made by churning yogurt with cold water in a large pot. Nowadays people prefer to make chaas in a blender as the churning method takes a longer time to make it. It can be served plain or seasoned with different spices.

HEALTH BENIFIT

Even though Chaas is a simple everyday drink for many, it has numerous health benefits:

• Reduces Acidity

• Fights Constipation

• Cooling Effect

• Helps in detoxification

• High in Vitamins and Nutrients

• Prevents Dehydration

• Reduces blood pressure