Mango Lassi or Indian Mango Drink is a favorite summer drink of Indians. There can be no better combination than the sweetness of mangoes with the tanginess of yogurt. You can make this fruity, thick, creamy, refreshing Mango Lassi recipe in less than 15 minutes with ripe mangoes, yogurt and a little sugar.
Choosing Mango For Lassi
Choosing the right kind of mangoes is extremely necessary for making a good mango lassi. Mangoes which are fresh, ripe and sweet are best as they are of naturally high flavor. Your mango lassi made with canned mango pulp tastes different from fresh ingredient lassi due to citric acid. In the end you won't have enough mango flavors like real mango lassi.
There are many varieties of mangoes popular in India and each has his own favorite depending on where he has grown up. I am from West Bengal. Maldah of West Bengal is world famous for it's variety type of mangoes like HimSagar, Langra, Fajli etc. Each variety has it's own flavor. Out of these variety, I love HimSagar for it's awesome taste. May be ,you are from another state and it's natural that you may love any other variety. Whatever the choice is, always try to use fresh and ripe mango to make Mango Lassi. You can also add your choice of flavorings like green cardamom, saffron or rose water. Here is a recipe of Mango Lassi.
Ingredients of Mango lassi Recipe:
- 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1/2 cup milk (adjust for desired consistency)
- 2 tablespoons sugar (adjust according to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
- A pinch of saffron threads (optional)
- 4-5 ice cubes
- Chopped fresh mint leaves or sliced almonds for garnishing
Instructions of making Mango Lassi:
2. In a blender, add the mango chunks, plain yogurt, milk, sugar, cardamom powder, and saffron strands (if using).
3. Blend everything on high speed until you get a smooth and creamy mixture. If the lassi is too thick, you can add a little more milk to achieve your desired consistency.
4. Taste the lassi and adjust the sugar if needed. The sweetness will depend on the ripeness and sweetness of the mangoes.
5. If you prefer a chilled lassi, you can either use chilled ingredients or add a few ice cubes to the blender and blend until they are crushed and incorporated into the lassi.
6. Once the lassi is smooth and creamy, pour it into glasses.
7. Garnish the mango lassi with chopped fresh mint leaves or sliced almonds. The mint adds a refreshing touch, while the almonds provide a nice crunch.
8. Serve chilled and enjoy the refreshing and delicious mango lassi!
Mango lassi can be a delightful treat on its own or a great accompaniment to spicy Indian dishes. It's incredibly easy to make and is sure to be a hit with mango lovers and anyone looking for a cooling and delicious beverage.
Some tips of making Mango Lassi
- You can also add a dash of rose water or a squeeze of lime juice for added flavor. Additionally, if the mangoes are not very sweet, you can increase the amount of sugar to suit your taste.
- For best results always use cold yogurt, cold milk, and mangoes straight out of the refrigerator.
- For better taste, chill the lassi for at least 2 hours before serving.
- You can adjust the thickness of the lassi by adding more or less milk according to your preference.
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