During Summer season, we always crave for some cool drinks which can hydrate our body and also quench our thirst. A delicious Indian Summer Drink can helps us cool down. We can easily make these delicious Summer Drinks with very few and easily available ingredients.
Some of the easily available ingredients like Curd, Raw Mango, Milk, Lemon, Fruits, Coconut can be used to make the drinks. India has huge varieties of spices, herbs and unique fruits. Using these fresh produce and spices together, we can easily make delicious refreshing drinks.
North Indian Lassi and Buttermilk drinks of the South India are all yogurt based drinks. You can make the Lassi more flavored with cardamom, rose water, saffron etc. Addition of curry leaves or mint also can enhance flavor in a buttermilk.
Kesar Pista Lassi is one of my favorite summer drinks which you can make at home to beat the scorching heat. Kesar Pista Lassi is a delicious and refreshing Indian yogurt-based drink that combines the flavors of saffron (kesar) and pistachios (pista). It's a perfect beverage to cool down on a hot day or enjoy as a dessert. Here's a recipe for making Kesar Pista Lassi:
If you like this Kesar Pista Lassi Recipe, you can also try some of the other summer drink Recipes:
- Mango Lassi Recipe | Indian Mango Drink
- Punjabi Sweet lassi recipe | Indian Yogurt Drink
- Watermelon Juice Recipe
- Bela Pana Recipe | Wood Apple Squash
- Aam Panna Recipe | Raw Mango Drink
Ingredients of Kesar Pista Lassi :
For the Lassi:
- 1 cup plain yogurt (preferably full-fat)
- 1/2 cup milk (adjust to achieve your desired consistency)
- 2 tablespoons sugar (adjust to taste)
- A pinch of saffron threads (kesar)
- 10-12 unsalted pistachios (pista)
- A few ice cubes (optional)
For Garnish (optional):
- Crushed or chopped pistachios
- A few saffron strands
Instructions of Making Kesar Pista Lassi:
1. Soak the Saffron:
In a small bowl, add a pinch of saffron threads to a tablespoon of warm milk. Let it soak for 15-20 minutes. This will allow the saffron to release its beautiful color and flavor.
2. Prepare the Pistachios:
Grind the pistachios into a fine powder using a blender or mortar and pestle. Keep some aside for garnish if you'd like.
3. Blend the Lassi:
In a blender, combine the plain yogurt, milk, sugar, soaked saffron (along with the milk), and the ground pistachios. If you want a thicker lassi, use less milk, and if you prefer it thinner, add more milk. You can also add a few ice cubes at this stage for an extra chill. Now Blend everything until it become smooth and creamy. Taste it now and adjust the sweetness by adding more sugar according to your choice if you need.
4. Chill You Lassi:
You can refrigerate the lassi for a while before serving, or serve it immediately with some ice cubes.
5. Serve Kesar Pista Lassi :
Pour the Kesar Pista Lassi into glasses. If desired, garnish with crushed or chopped pistachios and a few saffron strands for an elegant touch.
Enjoy your homemade Kesar Pista Lassi! It's a delightful beverage that combines the richness of saffron and the nuttiness of pistachios with the coolness of yogurt, making it a perfect treat for any time of the day.
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