Cardamom Lassi
Indulge in the creamy, aromatic delight of Cardamom Lassi, a traditional Indian yogurt-based drink that’s as refreshing as it is flavorful. This quick and easy recipe combines tangy plain yogurt, velvety whole milk, and a hint of sweetness from sugar, enhanced by the warm, citrusy fragrance of freshly ground green cardamom. Blended with ice for a perfectly frothy texture, this luscious beverage is topped with chopped pistachios and optional saffron strands for a luxurious finish. Ready in just 10 minutes, this Cardamom Lassi is the ultimate cooling treat for hot summer days or a sophisticated accompaniment to spicy meals. Perfectly balanced, elegant, and delicious, it’s a must-try classic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Plain yogurt
- 0.5 cups Whole milk
- 4 tablespoons Sugar
- 3 pods Green cardamom pods
- 8 pieces Ice cubes
- 2 tablespoons Pistachios (chopped, for garnish)
- 0.25 teaspoons Saffron strands (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Crush the green cardamom pods and remove the seeds. Discard the husks and grind the seeds into a fine powder using a mortar and pestle or a spice grinder.
In a blender, combine the plain yogurt, whole milk, sugar, and ground cardamom. Blend on high until smooth and creamy.
Add the ice cubes to the blender and blend again until the mixture is frothy and well-chilled.
Taste the lassi and adjust sweetness, if needed, by adding more sugar and blending briefly.
Pour the lassi into serving glasses. Garnish with chopped pistachios and a few strands of saffron for a traditional touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Cardamom Lassi!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
668 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.2 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.9 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 44 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 390 mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 95.1 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 91.7 g | ||
| Protein | 32.8 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.2 mcg | 36% | |
| Calcium | 1066 mg | 82% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 1488 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
