Ayran

Not to be confused with Aryan or Aryan (disambiguation).
Ayran
Alternative namesDoogh, dhallë, daw, çeqilmast, xynogala, chalap, suwsab, tan, or yogurt milk
TypeFermented dairy product
CourseBeverage
Region or stateCentral Asia, West Asia
Serving temperatureCold or lukewarm (depending on preference)
Main ingredients
  • Yogurt, water, salt (typical)
  • Milk, fast ayran culture (industrial production for restaurant consumption)

Ayran[a] (/aɪˈrɑːn/ eye-RAHN) is a cold savory yogurt-based beverage that is consumed across Central Asia, and the Balkans. It is very popular in Turkey and Iran.[1] The principal ingredients are yogurt, water and salt.[2][3][4][5] Herbs such as mint may be optionally added. Some varieties are carbonated.


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  1. ^ Fuller, Devin (2023-08-24). "Ayran (Turkish Yogurt Drink)". The Mediterranean Dish. Retrieved 2024-10-13.
  2. ^ Tamime, A. Y., ed. (2008). Fermented Milks. John Wiley & Sons. p. 124. ISBN 9781405172387. Archived from the original on 2017-01-16. Retrieved 2016-12-04.
  3. ^ Jacobson, Sarina; Weiner, Danya (2008). Yogurt: More Than 70 Delicious & Healthy Recipes. Sterling. p. 6. ISBN 978-1402747595.
  4. ^ Strnadel, Leslie; Erdley, Patrick (2012). Bulgaria. Other Places Travel Guide. Other Places Publishing. p. 58. ISBN 9780982261996. Archived from the original on 2016-12-21. Retrieved 2016-12-04.
  5. ^ Nazif Shahrani, M. (2013). The Kirghiz and Wakhi of Afghanistan. University of Washington Press. pp. 92–93. ISBN 9780295803784. Archived from the original on 2019-12-12. Retrieved 2016-12-04.