🥭 Mango Lassi Recipe (Thandi-Thandi Tazgi Ghar Pe!)

A sweet, creamy, and refreshing drink for hot summer days — Mango Lassi is a delicious blend of ripe mangoes and yogurt that cools the body and pleases the soul. This recipe is perfect for beginners and takes just 5 minutes to prepare!

🧾 Ingredients (Makes 2 servings)

• ½ cup fresh curd (yogurt), chilled
• 1 cup ripe mango pulp (from ~2 medium mangoes)
• 4–5 ice cubes
• 3 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
• ¼ tsp cardamom powder
• 2 tbsp fresh cream (for garnish)
• 1 tbsp chopped mixed dry fruits (cashews, almonds, pistachios)

🛠 Equipment Needed

• Blender or mixer
• Measuring cups/spoons
• Serving glasses

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the mangoes Wash, peel, and chop the ripe mangoes. Remove the seed and extract the pulp. You should get about 1 cup of pulp.

Step 2: Blend the ingredients Add mango pulp, chilled curd, sugar, cardamom powder, and ice cubes to a blender. 👉 Tip: If your mangoes are very sweet, reduce the sugar to 1 or 2 tbsp.

Step 3: Blend until smooth Blend everything for 30–45 seconds or until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. There should be no fruit chunks or curd lumps. 👉 Visual cue: Lassi should look light yellow, creamy, and frothy.

Step 4: Taste and adjust Check for sweetness and thickness. Add a spoonful of milk if it’s too thick, or a touch more sugar if needed. Blend again for a few seconds if you make adjustments.

Step 5: Serve immediately Pour into serving glasses. Garnish with a spoonful of fresh cream and chopped dry fruits. 👉 Optional: Chill the glasses beforehand for a colder serving experience.

🔄 Can You Prep Anything in Advance?

Yes!

• You can make mango pulp and refrigerate it for up to 2 days.
• Dry fruits can be chopped and stored in an airtight container.
• The lassi is best served fresh, but can be refrigerated for up to 6 hours.

📝 Notes

• If using store-bought mango pulp, adjust sugar accordingly (those are often pre-sweetened).
• Avoid using sour curd — it affects the taste. Always use fresh or slightly sweet curd for the best flavor.
• For a vegan version, use plant-based yogurt and skip the cream garnish.