How to make Mango Lassi | Indian Summer Drinks

Delightful Mango Lassi- A Nutrient-Packed Refreshment

Childhood Memories: Mango Lassi and Summers Past

As children, my siblings and I would eagerly await the arrival of summer not just for the break from school, but for the promise of indulging in our favorite seasonal treat - Mango Lassi. Growing up in a household where mangoes were revered like precious jewels, the making of mango lassi was a cherished tradition that brought our family together.

I remember vividly the warm summer afternoons spent in the kitchen, watching my mother expertly peel and dice ripe mangoes, their sweet aroma filling the air. With each whir of the blender, anticipation would build as we knew that soon we would be rewarded with glasses of creamy, golden Mango Lassi.

The first sip was always pure bliss - the sweetness of the mangoes combined with the tanginess of the yogurt danced on our taste buds, instantly cooling us down from the summer heat. We would gather around the table, sharing stories and laughter, while indulging in this refreshing concoction that seemed to capture the essence of summer itself.

Even now, whenever I make mango lassi, I'm transported back to those carefree days of childhood, where the simple pleasure of a cold glass of Mango Lassi was enough to make any day feel like a special occasion.

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What all you need for making Mango Lassi?

Ingredients-

• 2 cup mango pulp (use fresh ripe mangoes)
• 2 cup fresh plain curd
• 1 cup cold water or milk (as of your choice) to thin out the lassi (I use cold water)
• 5-6 tablespoons sugar or adjust to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
• Ice cubes
• 2,3 Saffron strands, desiccated coconut or pistachios to garnish, (optional)

Steps-

1.  To a blender, add 2 cup of fresh flesh of sweet mangoes to get fresh mango puree.
2. To the blender now add the curd.
3. Add water or milk (as of your choice) to thin out the lassi a bit.
4. Add sugar and 1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder.
5. Blend until everything is well combined.
6. Add ice cubes into serving glasses then pour the Mango Lassi and top with saffron strands, desiccated coconut and nuts.
7. Serve immediately!!

Benefits of Mango Lassi

• Rich in vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C , A, (which boost the immune system and promote healthy skin) and potassium.
• Provides a boost of probiotics for digestive health.
• Mango lassi is full of calcium because of curd so, it is also good for bone health. 
• Refreshing and hydrating, making it a perfect summer drink.

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