Degchi
A thick, chilled yogurt drink blended with ripe mango pulp and a touch of sugar and cardamom. A refreshing summer favourite across North India, equally at home as a breakfast drink or dessert.
Quick answer: 5 min in total · serves 2 · main ingredients: Yogurt, Milk, Sugar · amounts in metric and US
Ingredients
- 300 g 1.2 cup Yogurt
- 100 ml 0.4 cup Milk
- 2 tbsp 2 tbsp Sugar, to taste
- 0.25 tsp 0.25 tsp Cardamom, ground (Optional)
- 1 tbsp 1 tbsp Dry fruits, chopped pistachios, for garnish (Optional)
Steps
- Peel and chop ripe mango, discarding the pit, to make about 1.5 cups of pulp.
- If the mango is very ripe and sweet, taste it first before adding extra sugar.
- Blend the mango pulp, yogurt, milk, sugar and cardamom together until completely smooth.
- Taste and adjust sugar; add a little more milk if it's too thick.
- Pour into chilled glasses, garnish with chopped pistachios and serve immediately.
- Add a few ice cubes and blend again for a few seconds for an extra-chilled texture.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Mango Lassi take?
5 minutes in total.
Is Mango Lassi hard to make?
Degchi rates it easy. The method has 6 steps.
How many people does Mango Lassi serve?
This recipe serves 2. Use the toggle above the ingredient list to see the amounts in metric or US measures. For more or fewer portions, scale every amount in the same proportion, or use the servings control in the Degchi app.
Is Mango Lassi halal, vegetarian or eggless?
It is marked halal in our recipe data. It is vegetarian. It has no egg. It has no beef. Check the labels on any packaged ingredients for your own needs.
What will I probably need to buy for Mango Lassi?
Fresh items you will probably need to buy: yogurt, milk. Lentils, grains and other dry goods: sugar.
Any tips for making Mango Lassi?
Use well-chilled yogurt and mango, or add a few ice cubes while blending, for the best refreshing texture.
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