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Ayran, Hibiscus Tea and Lemonada: What We Pour
The right drink makes a good meal better. At Salma’s Kitchen we pour three, and each one has a place at the Middle Eastern table. Here is a quick guide.
Ayran
Ayran is a refreshing salted yogurt drink, made by blending yogurt with cool water and a pinch of salt. It is creamy, tangy, and cooling, and it is the classic partner for anything off the grill. If you are ordering a rich dish like kabab or toshka, ayran is the drink to reach for.
Hibiscus Tea
Our hibiscus tea (known as karkade across much of the Middle East) is a stunning deep-red brew made from dried hibiscus flowers. It is tangy and slightly tart, balanced by a subtle sweetness. We serve it chilled, and it is as beautiful to look at as it is to drink.
Lemonada
Lemonada is our fresh mint lemonade: freshly squeezed lemon with mint and just the right amount of sugar. Bright, cold, and herby, it is the one that disappears fastest on a warm Fraser Valley afternoon.
What to pair with what
- Rich and grilled? Ayran.
- Something tangy and refreshing? Hibiscus tea.
- Bright and cooling? Lemonada.
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