SAEDNEWS: Due to its cold nature, doogh should be mixed with specific spices and seasonings. These spices not only enhance the flavor of doogh and yogurt but also warm their nature.
Doogh is a traditional Iranian yogurt-based drink, prepared with a combination of herbs and spices. Vegetables such as mint, wild thyme, rose petals, chive leaves, and celery leaves—either fresh or dried—are added to doogh, creating a variety of flavors.
Mint is one of the most popular and widely used seasonings in doogh. Other spices, including savory (kakuti), garlic leaves, thyme flowers, and tarragon, are also used to enhance the taste. These herbs should be completely dried to bring out their full flavor in the drink.
Salt is the primary flavoring in doogh, and the amount used depends on personal preference. Additionally, dried red pepper can be added for extra spice and aroma.
Popular Seasonings and Spices in Homemade and Local Doogh
As mentioned earlier, local and homemade doogh features a wide variety of seasonings and spices. Wild thyme, savory (kakuti), and cucumber are among the most popular. Doogh offers many health benefits, and adding these spices can help enhance its nutritional effects.
Aromatic Herbs Suitable for Doogh
Aromatic herbs are used as seasonings and spices because of their strong flavor and fragrance. Mint, one of the most fragrant and popular herbs, is added to doogh in dried or powdered form, giving it an appetizing taste. Serving flavored doogh alongside meals can make your dining experience more enjoyable. Wild thyme is another aromatic herb commonly added to improve the taste of local doogh.
Key Benefits of Doogh Spices
The main benefit of doogh spices is that they can reduce the cold nature of the drink, making it particularly suitable for those with a naturally cold temperament.
Do the Spices for Doogh and Yogurt Differ?
The spices for doogh and yogurt generally include rose petals, shallots, wild celery, mint, wild thyme, and other herbs. However, their flavor and effects may vary slightly depending on whether they are used in yogurt or doogh.
How Much Spice Should Be Used in Doogh?
The amount of spice depends on the quantity of doogh being prepared. As a general guideline, half a teaspoon of doogh spice is sufficient for one glass of doogh.
