Recipe: Sweet or Savory Lassi (Indian Yogurt Beverage)
Lassi is a simple beverage made from yogurt and water or ice, with sweet or savory ingredients added. Mango lassi is well-known and is simply the sweeter version of lassi combined with the mango fruit.
Lassi most likely originated from the need for a cooling, restorative beverage in the Indian heat. Adding a pinch of salt to your sweet or savory lassi will aid in keeping you hydrated
Fruit puree, jam, herbs, or extracts for flavorings (sweet lassi) Fruit puree, jam, herbs, or extracts for flavorings (sweet lassi) Fruit puree, jam, herbs, or extracts for flavorings (sweet lassi)
Salt to taste (savory lassi) Salt to taste (savory lassi) Salt to taste (savory lassi)
Flavorings such as minced chili, cilantro, mint, or cumin (savory lassi) Flavorings such as minced chili, cilantro, mint, or cumin (savory lassi) Flavorings such as minced chili, cilantro, mint, or cumin (savory lassi)
Instructions:
Combine yogurt and remaining ingredients in a quart jar. Shake well for 1 to 2 minutes, until beverage is frothy and cold. Serve immediately.
