Patiala di Lassi

Lassi is a traditional north-indian ( punjab to be precise) yogurt based beverage that's  not only  a great quencher of the scorching heat but also is very refreshing and versatile. The beverage can be served sweet, salty or spicy. I remember having a masala lassi with a host of lovely spices like cumin, black salt--- it tasted divine.
My favourite though is lassi patiala which has cardamoms, nutmeg powder,saffron strands and vanilla essence---- simple,flavourful and yummy! .

So here goes the recipe---


What goes :-

• Fresh Curd - 2 cups
• Hot Milk- 1 to 2 tbsp
• Sugar - 4 tbsp
• Cardamom Powder- 1/2 tsp
• Saffron Strands - 8 to 10
• Vanilla essence - 2 drops
• Crushed Ice - 1/2 cup

For Garnish:

• Chopped Nuts (cashews, almonds, pistachios) - a few
• Nutmeg Powder - a pinch

How did i do it :-


Soak the saffron strands in milk to dissolve.  Beat the curd till it is smooth and mix all the ingredients except those for garnish.  Whip well till it becomes frothy. The lassi is ready. Garnish with chopped nuts and nutmeg powder.


Serve chilled

Sending this yummy drink to Aipi's Event Virtual Party - Beverages started by Shabita