Mango Lassi, the refreshing summer drink, also topped the list of "Top 16 Dairy Beverages in the World".
Lassi is good. But when it is mango lassi, we simply cannot get enough of it! It's a refreshing summer drink that's mostly popular in India but is enjoyed by people from across the globe. And as recognition of that, the travel and food guide platform, TasteAtlas, placed it at the top spot in its list of 'Best rated' Indian dishes. Yes, you read that absolutely right!
Mango lassi is followed by chai masala which is also quite popular in India. Other delicacies on the list include butter garlic naan, Amritsari kulcha, Hyderabadi biryani, shahi paneer, and chole bhature. On the other hand, TasteAtlas also shared a list of worst-rated Indian dishes that include jal jeera, gajak, thengaisadam, pantabhaat, aloo baingan, thandai, etc.
Well, if mango lassi were a person, we would definitely award it a medal. As we cannot do that, let's enjoy some delicious mango lassi this evening! Below are some easy-to-prepare recipes that you may try.
When you add chia seeds to mango lassi, the whole preparation becomes a lot healthier and tastier.
To prepare it, you need 2 ripe mangoes (peeled and diced), 2 cups of plain yogurt, 2 teaspoons of chia seeds, 1/2 cup milk, 2 teaspoons of sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of cardamom powder, 1/2 cup water, and a few ice cubes.
First, blend the mangoes in a blender (using water) until it gets a smooth consistency. Add yogurt, milk, sugar, and ice cubes, and blend again to mix all of these evenly. Now, add the chia seeds and stir with a teaspoon for a couple of minutes.
Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes, and then pour it into a glass. Garnish with cardamom powder and serve fresh!
Turmeric is packed with anti-inflammatory properties which make the lassi immensely beneficial for your overall health.
You need 2 ripe mangoes (peeled and diced), 1 cup plain yogurt, 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1/2 cup milk, 1/2 teaspoon of ground ginger, 1 teaspoon of honey, 1/2 cup water, a pinch of cardamom powder, and a few ice cubes.
Combine the mangoes, yogurt, milk, honey, water, turmeric, ginger, and ice cubes in a blender, and blend until it turns into a smooth paste. If it's too thick, you can add some more milk or water to get the desired consistency. Now, pour the lassi in a glass, garnish with some cardamom powder, and serve!
Mango almond lassi is another amazing option that you can have during summer.
You need 1 ripe mango, 1 cup of plain yogurt, 1/4 cup of almond milk, 1/4 cup of water, 2 teaspoons of honey, 1/4 teaspoon of cardamom powder, a few ice cubes, and a handful of chopped almonds.
First, blend mangoes, yogurt, almond milk, honey, and water in a blender. When it gets the desired consistency, add honey and ice cubes to it, and blend again. Now, let it sit for 10-15 minutes, and then pour it into a glass. Top with chopped almonds and serve!
So, ditch your regular cold drinks this season and go for mango lassi!
