Mango Lassi
Ripe mango blended with cool yogurt, a touch of sugar and a pinch of cardamom into a thick, golden, refreshing drink. The world's favourite Indian smoothie.
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Steps
Blend
Peel and chop the mangoes. Blend with the yogurt, milk, sugar, cardamom and ice until completely smooth and frothy.
Taste and serve
Taste and add more sugar if your mangoes are tart. Pour into glasses and serve immediately, garnished with a few saffron strands or chopped pistachios.
Blend
Peel and chop the mangoes. Blend with the yogurt, milk, sugar, cardamom and ice until completely smooth and frothy.
Taste and serve
Taste and add more sugar if your mangoes are tart. Pour into glasses and serve immediately, garnished with a few saffron strands or chopped pistachios.
The Story Behind the Dish
India grows around half of the world's mangoes, and the mango season is eagerly awaited every summer. Blending mango into lassi is a natural pairing that became hugely popular in Indian restaurants abroad.
Alphonso mangoes from Maharashtra and Kesar mangoes from Gujarat are prized for their sweetness and aroma.
⭐ Why It's Famous
Sweet, creamy and tropical, mango lassi is the drink that wins over even the most cautious first-time diner.
💡 Fun Fact
The mango is India's national fruit, and there are over a thousand varieties grown in the country.
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