Mango lassi garnished with almonds and cashewnuts
Lassi is a cold, yoghurt-based drink of the Indian subcontinent. It is very nourishing and refreshing and is favoured by everyone especially during hot summer afternoons.
Here is a recipe for one of the drink variations- Mango Lassi. You can’t really go wrong with mango lassi. It’s very easy and quick to make.
Ingredients:
-½ can of Kesar mango pulp
-½ cup of plain yoghurt
-2 or 3 Tbsp of sugar (depends on how sweet you like it)
-Milk (or non-diary alternative)
Place all the ingredients in the blender and blend until smooth. Pour lassi into tall glasses.
You can garnish it with strands of saffron or chopped nut or almonds. It can also be decorated with a spoon of whipped cream.
Make the mango lassi to your taste. Everyone has different taste so ingredients ratio will vary for everyone. You can also add more ingredients to enhance the flavour of your lassi.
Other common options:
- Like mango flavour? Add more mango pulp or blend the fresh mango instead and garnish your drink with small fruit chops.
- If you want more drink-like add some water of put a few ice cubes in- let them dilute your lassi. For thick and creamy consistence add more yoghurt. Wanna make a dessert out of it- add a scoop of ice cream.
- To add a ‘spicy kick’ to your lassi use some ground ginger or cardamom powder or even a pinch of medium hot chilli powder.
- For a tangy and thirst quenching taste add some lime or lemon juice. (But remember you’ll have to add less yoghurt then!)
- Replace sugar with honey. Or you can also add salt instead of sugar if you prefer.
- Try it with a hint of rose water. Just add a few drops to enjoy the distinctive flavour.
- Bored of mango already? Try different fruit like strawberries, bananas, etc. Be brave and mix a few flavours together.
No strict rules with this recipe. You can alternate it to your preferences. Play with it and create your own perfect recipe. And don’t forget to share it with us in your comments!!!
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