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Lassi: Classic Indian Yogurt Drink

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Lassi is a traditional North Indian yogurt-based drink that’s creamy, refreshing, and lightly spiced with cardamom. Sweetened with sugar and served chilled, it’s the perfect summer cooler and a staple accompaniment to Indian meals.

prep time 5 Mins
cook time 2 Mins
chef Ankita Singh
Lassi

Lassi is one of the most popular drinks in Indian households, especially during the summer. Made with yogurt, water, and sugar, it’s blended until smooth and frothy for a refreshing drink that cools the body and aids digestion. The addition of cardamom powder gives it a fragrant, slightly spicy undertone that balances the sweetness beautifully.
This version is the classic sweet lassi, often served during festive occasions, family gatherings, or as a cooling drink after a spicy meal. Garnishing with nuts and dried rose petals makes it not only delicious but also visually appealing.
Lassi is versatile and can be customized — enjoyed sweet, salty, flavored with fruits like mango or strawberry, or even infused with saffron and rose water. It’s a wholesome, probiotic-rich drink that is both nourishing and satisfying.

Step 1

Blend the Base

  • Add yogurt, water, sugar, and cardamom powder to a blender. 

Blend for 1–2 minutes until smooth and frothy.

Blend the Base
Step 2

Serve Cold

  • Pour into serving glasses. 
  • Add a few ice cubes to each glass.

Serve Cold
Step 3

Garnish & Enjoy

  • Garnish with slivered nuts and dried rose petals. 

Serve immediately while chilled and refreshing.

Garnish & Enjoy

Tips and Tricks

  1. Adjust thickness: For a thicker lassi, reduce water; for a thinner one, add more water. 
  2. Sweetness level: Adjust sugar depending on the tartness of your yogurt. 
  3. Flavor variations: Add mango pulp for mango lassi, a splash of rose water for rose lassi, or a pinch of saffron for a festive touch. 
  4. Dairy-free option: Use plant-based yogurt and chilled almond milk or coconut water for a vegan twist. 
  5. Make-ahead: Blend the lassi up to 4 hours in advance and keep it refrigerated; stir before serving. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. You can whisk yogurt, sugar, and water together using a whisk or hand blender until smooth and frothy.

 Lassi is thicker, sweeter, and made with yogurt and sugar, while chaas is savory, thinner, and typically flavored with salt, cumin, and herbs.

 Yes. You can substitute honey, jaggery, or skip sweeteners entirely for a more tart version.

Yes. It’s rich in probiotics, aids digestion, and keeps you hydrated. However, moderation is key if adding sugar or ice cream.

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