Mango Lassi: A Taste of India in Your Glass
There’s hardly an Indian beverage that encapsulates refreshment and pleasure like Mango Lassi. This creamy yet light delight made from blended mangoes, yoghurt, and delicate spices brings the essence of summer straight to your home. Whether for breakfast, dessert, or with a curry, our Mango Lassi recipe offers you an exotic flavour journey that's straight from the tropics!
What Ingredients Do You Need for Mango Lassi?
- 2 ripe mangoes
- 500 g yoghurt (natural or Greek, depending on preference)
- 200 ml milk or water
- 2 tablespoons sugar or honey (optional, depending on the sweetness of the mangoes)
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
- A pinch of saffron (optional)
- Ice cubes as desired
- Fresh mint for garnish
Step-by-Step Guide to Making Mango Lassi
- Peel the mangoes and remove the flesh from the stone. Cut it into small pieces.
- If using saffron, soak the threads in 2 tablespoons of warm milk for a few minutes.
- Place the mango pieces in a blender with the yoghurt, milk or water, and, if desired, the sugar or honey.
- Blend on high until no pieces remain and you have a smooth mixture.
- Add the ground cardamom and the soaked saffron and blend briefly again.
- Pour the finished Mango Lassi into glasses, adding ice cubes if desired.
- Garnish with a fresh mint leaf and enjoy immediately.
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