Sweet Lassi

🧂 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. 1

   Combine the yogurt, sugar, ground cardamom, and optional rose water in a blender. Add the ice cubes.

   ⏱️ 30 seconds
2. 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. 3

   Taste the lassi and adjust sweetness if necessary. Blend again for a few seconds if you add more sugar.

   ⏱️ 30 seconds
4. 4

   Pour the sweet lassi immediately into chilled tall glasses.

   ⏱️ 30 seconds
5. 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.

🔄 Variations

• 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.

🥗 Nutrition

Per serving