Sweet Lassi
A classic Punjabi refreshment, this sweet lassi is a thick, creamy, and frothy yogurt-based drink, delicately flavored with sugar and cardamom. Perfect for cooling down on a warm day or complementing spicy meals.
🧂 Ingredients
- 400 g Plain Yogurt(Use thick, full-fat yogurt (like Greek yogurt or a good quality plain yogurt) for the creamiest texture. Avoid low-fat or watery yogurt.)
- 4 tbsp Granulated Sugar(Adjust to your sweetness preference. You can also use honey or maple syrup.)
- 1/4 tsp Ground Cardamom(Freshly ground cardamom will offer the best flavor.)
- 1 cup Ice Cubes(Use about 8-10 standard ice cubes.)
- 1/2 tsp Rose Water(Optional, but adds a lovely floral aroma and subtle flavor.)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Combine the yogurt, sugar, ground cardamom, and optional rose water in a blender. Add the ice cubes.
⏱️ 30 seconds - 2
Blend on high speed for about 2-3 minutes, or until the mixture is completely smooth, creamy, and frothy. You should see a thick layer of foam on top. If the lassi is too thick, add a tablespoon or two of cold water or milk and blend again briefly.
⏱️ 2-3 minutes - 3
Taste the lassi and adjust sweetness if necessary. Blend again for a few seconds if you add more sugar.
⏱️ 30 seconds - 4
Pour the sweet lassi immediately into chilled tall glasses.
⏱️ 30 seconds - 5
Serve cold. Garnish with a pinch of ground cardamom or a few chopped pistachios if desired.
⏱️ 30 seconds
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓For an extra creamy lassi, use full-fat, thick yogurt. Greek yogurt is an excellent choice.
- ✓The lassi should be thick and frothy. If it's too thin, add a few more ice cubes or a bit more yogurt and blend again.
- ✓Sweet lassi is a wonderful accompaniment to spicy Indian dishes, helping to balance the heat.
- ✓Ensure your blender is powerful enough to crush the ice smoothly.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Mango Lassi: Add 1 cup of ripe mango pulp or chopped fresh mango to the blender.
- Salty Lassi (Namkeen Lassi): Omit sugar and rose water. Add salt to taste, a pinch of roasted cumin powder, and optionally a sprig of mint.
- Fruity Lassi: Experiment with other fruits like strawberries, peaches, or bananas.