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Lassi


 Lassi is a popular traditional dahi-based drink that originated in Punjab region. Lassi is a blend of yogurt, water, spices and sometimes fruit. Namkeen lassi is similar to doogh, while sweet and mango lassis are like milkshakes. Lassi may be infused with cannabis in the from of bhang.

Recipe

1)  Add 2 cups chilled curd to a deep bowl. Do note that using sour curd need addition of milk and more sugar. I do not prefer the combination of curd and milk together. So I ensure to use fresh curd.

2) Whisk it well until smooth. You should not see any grainy yogurt. I used a whisk here. You can also use a immersion blender or mixing rod.

3) Next add 3 to 4 tablespoons sugar, 1pinch of saffron strands or 1 teaspoon rosewater . If you do not have saffron strands or rose water, simply skip both.

4) Add 1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon cardamom power. I removed the husks of the 10 whole green cardamoms & powdered them with little sugar in a grinder.

5) Whisk everything well until sugar dissolves.

6) Add half to 1 cup chilled water or whey from yogurt. Adjust water as required to suit your taste. If you want very thick consistency then use half cup. Start with 1 cup water if you are using Greek yogurt. If you are not serving it right away then you can also use boiled and chilled milk in place of water. Whisk very well until frothy. Pour this to the serving glasses. Taste test and add more sugar or cardamom power to suit your taste.

You can garnish with any of these- saffron, chopped nuts or cardamom power. 

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