Lassi 
(Indian yogurt drink)

Indian lassi vendor
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Lassi is a cooling yogurt beverage originally from the northern part of India. Traditionally lassi is unsweetened and has a pinch of salt and some spices mixed in. More recently, sweetened fruit lassis have become very popular drinks, both in India and around the world.

Lassi

Course: BeveragesCuisine: India
Makes 2 or 3 servings

Lassi is a cooling yogurt beverage originally from the northern part of India. Traditionally lassi is unsweetened and has a pinch of salt and some spices mixed in.

Ingredients

  • Yogurt — 1 1/2 cups

  • Cream (optional) — 3 tablespoons

  • Rosewater (optional) — 1 tablespoon

  • Fruit of your choice, chopped — 1/2 to 1 cup

  • Sugar — 5 or 6 tablespoons

  • Ice cubes — 9 to 10

Directions

  • Place all ingredients except the ice cubes in a blender and blend until smooth.
  • One by one, add the ice cubes and blend further until they are broken down into a slush.
  • Serve in a tall, cold glass on a hot, hot day.

Lassi Notes and Variations

  • Plain lassi: Eliminate the sugar, fruit and rosewater. Substitute a pinch of salt and some toasted cumin seeds.
  • Bhang lassi: A traditional lassi with cannabis extract and ground almonds. Used in the religious festival of Holi.
  • Good fruit choices are mangoes, papayas, strawberries and melons. Or try using lemon or lime juice. You can use anything you like really.
  • Add a pinch of ground cardamom, a few strands of saffron or some chopped mint if you like.

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