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Fermented dairy drink providing protein, calcium, and phosphorus
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Sour churned ayran (200 g) has 74 calories. That works out to 37 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.2 g of carbs, 5.6 g of protein, 2.4 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.7 µg of B12 covers 29% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 30 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
74
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
7.2g
· 3% DV
Protein
5.6g
· 11% DV
Fat
2.4g
· 3% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 40% · Protein 31% · Fat 29%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 74 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.4 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 1.5 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.08 g | |
| Sodium | 360 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.2 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 5.6 g | 11% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 74 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 37 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 56 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 200 g | 74 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 93 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 111 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 300 g | 111 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 185 kcal |
Calculated from 37 calories per 100 g.
Sour churned ayran is a tangy Turkish dairy drink traditionally left after yogurt is churned to make butter. It is thinner than yogurt and has a sharper, fermented flavor than many freshly mixed ayrans.
No, sour churned ayran is not necessarily the same as supermarket buttermilk. Traditional churned ayran is the liquid left from churning yogurt, while commercial buttermilk is usually cultured milk made specifically as a drink or cooking ingredient.
Sour churned ayran is traditionally made by churning yogurt with water until butter separates. The remaining liquid is the ayran; its tang comes from the fermented yogurt. Simply mixing yogurt and water makes a similar drink, but not traditionally churned ayran.
Sour churned ayran tastes tangy, lightly salty if seasoned, and creamy but drinkable. Its sourness comes from fermented yogurt, so it is more pronounced than in a mild, freshly mixed yogurt drink.
Yes, sour churned ayran can add tang and moisture to batters, soups, and marinades. It is thinner than yogurt, so reduce other liquids if needed; temper it before adding to hot soup to help prevent curdling.
It may contain live cultures if it has not been heat-treated after fermentation. Churning alone does not establish whether cultures remain alive, so the preparation method matters; sourness by itself is not proof of probiotic content.
Sour churned ayran is usually served cold, often alongside savory Turkish meals such as kebabs, flatbreads, or rice dishes. Stir or shake it gently before pouring if the liquid has separated during storage.
Keep sour churned ayran refrigerated in a sealed container and use it promptly after opening. Its safe storage time varies with how it was made and handled; discard it if you notice mold, an unusual smell, or a change in appearance.
Sour churned ayran can replace kefir as a tangy drink or in some recipes, but it is not a direct nutritional or culinary match. Kefir is fermented with a different culture and is usually thicker and more sharply fermented.
Yes, sour churned ayran contributes fluid, and its protein makes it more substantial than water. If it is salted, it also contains sodium, so it should not be treated as a replacement for plain water throughout the day.
Vitamins
B12
0.7µg · 29% DV
B2
0.28mg · 22% DV
B5
0.7mg · 14% DV
Biotin
3µg · 10% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
164mg · 23% DV
Calcium
210mg · 21% DV
Iodine
30µg · 20% DV
Sodium
360mg · 16% DV
Potassium ⭐
300mg · 9% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Sour churned ayran is a traditional Turkish drink made by churning yoghurt with water; in the old butter-making process, the liquid left after churning could also be served as ayran. Its yoghurt fermentation gives it a pleasantly sharp taste, while churning leaves it light and sometimes gently foamy. Salt may be added, depending on the household and local style.
In Turkey it is commonly served cold with everyday meals, especially in warm weather, and goes naturally with dishes such as börek, gözleme and grilled foods. Outside Turkey, it can be enjoyed much like salted yoghurt drinks found across the region. It provides protein and calcium, and its tangy, refreshing character pairs well with rich or spicy food; choose a less salty version if you prefer a milder drink.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.66g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.08g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.