Lassi, here comes my favourite beverage. I am die hard fan of lassi and i never any reason for having it. Whenever am at home, I make it a point of having this lassi and ejoy it sip by sip. Lassi is as such known all over the world, it even bagged prize for best beverage last year during a international beverage competition. Any takers of lassi? huh.Lassi is a popular and traditional yoghurt based drink which originated in the region of Punjab (India). It is made by blending yoghurt with water, salt or sugar and ice. Traditional lassi is sometimes flavored with ground roasted cumin or powdered pepper or some indian spices. Sweet lassi, blended with sugar instead of spices, is also very popular. And this is sweet lassi which makes people weak on knees.
In some religious occassions, yoghurt sweetened with honey is used while performing religious rituals. Whereas in western countries, lassi are served with milk and layer topped with thick cream. We india used malai for added taste, this type of lassi is called Malai Lassi. Malai lassi tastes very delicious and is also my favourite. If you feel hungry try Malai Lassi, your tummy would be satified. Lassis are enjoyed chilled as a hot-weather refreshment, mostly taken with lunch.
There are various types in Lassi such as traditional mild salted lassi, sweet lassi, mango lassi , Bhaang Lassi , Peda lassi and Fruit Lassi. Mango Lassi is made from sweet mangoes while peda lassi are popular in Benaras and surrounding areas where Peda, a tradional Indian sweet is crushed and used to make lassi. Fruit lassi is made using different kinds of fruit like there are strawberry Lassi, Lichi Lassi and so on. Bhaang Lassi is highly poplular during the festival of Holi. Some shops in places like Rajasthan and UP have licensed shops for selling Bhaang Lassi since it uses a kind of marijuana (cannabis).
I once surfed net and learnt that , there is a drink popular in Turkey called Aryan which is much similar to Indian Lassi. It is also made with yoghurt and water. In Iran and Dari-speaking regions of Afghanistan a similar drink is called Doogh.
Let me share this funny news, in punjab whenever lassi is needed to be made in large quantities ..they try a different kind of tactic or say a nice innovation. They use washing machine for blending the lassi and you must have heard about this in Television and from punjabis. Only Indian minds can try such ideas. Any bet?
Now let me share the medicinal benefits of Lassi. Lassi is highly beneficial for digestion. It has its mention in various books, even Ayurved reccomends it for Gasteroenteritis related problems. And they recommend it right before meals for good digestion. Adding cuimins, pepper and cilantro adds digestive remedies and helps one overcome indigestion related problems.
Ingredients:
Yoghurt - 2 1/2 cups
Sugar - 1/2 cup
Salt - a pinch
Ice cube - 3 or as per required
Milk (optional) - 1/2 cup
Fresh cream/ Malai - as required or 2-3 tablespoons.
Method:
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Making time: 5 minutes
Serves : 4 persons
Shelflife: Best fresh
Serving Suggestion: Serve chilled before meals. You can have it after meals too.
Note:
Click here to know more about Punjabi Foods and Cuisines - An Introduction To Punjabi Foods And Cuisines.
Let me share this funny news, in punjab whenever lassi is needed to be made in large quantities ..they try a different kind of tactic or say a nice innovation. They use washing machine for blending the lassi and you must have heard about this in Television and from punjabis. Only Indian minds can try such ideas. Any bet?
Now let me share the medicinal benefits of Lassi. Lassi is highly beneficial for digestion. It has its mention in various books, even Ayurved reccomends it for Gasteroenteritis related problems. And they recommend it right before meals for good digestion. Adding cuimins, pepper and cilantro adds digestive remedies and helps one overcome indigestion related problems.
Ingredients:
Yoghurt - 2 1/2 cups
Sugar - 1/2 cup
Salt - a pinch
Ice cube - 3 or as per required
Milk (optional) - 1/2 cup
Fresh cream/ Malai - as required or 2-3 tablespoons.
Method:
- Blend together yogurt and sugar for two minutes in a mixer/blender.
- Add ice cubes and blend for a minute more.
- If the mixture is too thick add a little milk and adjust consistency and blend once more.
- Pour into serving glasses from a height so as to form a foam.
- Top with malai and serve chilled.
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Making time: 5 minutes
Serves : 4 persons
Shelflife: Best fresh
Serving Suggestion: Serve chilled before meals. You can have it after meals too.
Note:
- For Malai or fresh cream, here is a handy tip. Save the top layer cream of milk everyday from the milk you heat and store it a air-tight jar and keep it in refrigerator. When ample of it is collected, this can used for making lassi.
- This lassi can also be kept in refrigerator for chilling and then served when needed. But dont store it for more than a day.
Click here to know more about Punjabi Foods and Cuisines - An Introduction To Punjabi Foods And Cuisines.
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