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4 Easy Summer Drinks from 1 Dahi Base – Indian Summer Drinks

Recipe by Ghar Ka Sawad

  • Ready in15 min
  • Prep15 min
  • CuisineIndian · North Indian
  • Serves4 People
  • Calories~400 kcal
4 Easy Summer Drinks from 1 Dahi Base – Indian Summer Drinks

Ingredients

For Dahi Base

  • 1 kgCurd (Dahi)
  • 1 cupSugar
  • 1/2 tspCardamom powder (Elachi powder)
  • 1/2 cup (optional, as needed)Water

For Kesar Pista Drink

  • a fewSaffron strands (Kesar)
  • 1 tbsp (chopped)Pistachios (Pista)
  • 1/4 cupMilk
  • 2 scoopsPrepared Dahi Base

For Rose Drink

  • 2 scoopsPrepared Dahi Base
  • 2 capfulsRose syrup (Rooh Afza)
  • for garnishFresh rose petals

For Mango Drink

  • 1/2 cupMango (chopped)
  • 2 scoopsPrepared Dahi Base

For Classic Lassi

  • 1 scoopPrepared Dahi Base
  • for garnishFresh mint leaves

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1.Prepare the Dahi Base

    In a large bowl, combine 1 kg of curd, 1 cup of sugar, and 1/2 tsp of cardamom powder. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and the sugar has dissolved. If the base appears too thick, add approximately 1/2 cup of water and mix again to achieve a pourable consistency.

  2. 2.Prepare Kesar Pista Mixture

    In a small bowl, soak a few saffron strands and 1 tbsp of chopped pistachios in 1/4 cup of milk. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse and the saffron to release its color.

  3. 3.Make Kesar Pista Lassi

    Pour the soaked saffron and pistachio mixture into a blender. Add 2 scoops of the prepared dahi base. Blend until smooth and creamy. Pour the Kesar Pista Lassi into a serving glass and garnish with additional chopped pistachios and a few rose petals.

  4. 4.Make Rose Lassi

    Take 2 scoops of the prepared dahi base and add it to a blender. Pour in 2 capfuls of rose syrup (Rooh Afza). Mix well with a spoon or blend briefly until the rose syrup is fully incorporated and the lassi turns pink. Pour into a serving glass and garnish with a few dollops of dahi and fresh rose petals.

  5. 5.Make Mango Lassi

    Add 1/2 cup of chopped mango pieces into a blender. Add 1 scoop of the prepared dahi base. Blend until the mango is fully pureed and smooth. Add another scoop of dahi base and blend again to achieve a thick and creamy mango lassi. Pour into a serving glass and garnish with fresh mango chunks.

  6. 6.Make Classic Lassi

    Pour 1 scoop of the prepared dahi base directly into a serving glass. Garnish with fresh mint leaves for a refreshing touch.

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4 Easy Summer Drinks from 1 Dahi Base – Indian Summer Drinks

Ready in

15 mins

Cuisine

Indian · North Indian

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

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Serving

4 People

Calories / Serving

~400 kcal
Recipe by Ghar Ka Sawad on YouTube
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Step-by-Step Instructions

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  1. 1

    Prepare the Dahi Base

    In a large bowl, combine 1 kg of curd, 1 cup of sugar, and 1/2 tsp of cardamom powder. thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and the sugar has dissolved. If the base appears too thick, add approximately 1/2 cup of water and mix again to achieve a pourable consistency.

  2. 2

    Prepare Kesar Pista Mixture

    In a small bowl, soak a few saffron strands and 1 tbsp of chopped pistachios in 1/4 cup of milk. Let it sit for at least to allow the flavors to infuse and the saffron to release its color.

  3. 3

    Make Kesar Pista Lassi

    Pour the soaked saffron and pistachio mixture into a blender. Add 2 scoops of the prepared dahi base. Blend until smooth and creamy. Pour the Kesar Pista Lassi into a serving glass and garnish with additional chopped pistachios and a few rose petals.

  4. 4

    Make Rose Lassi

    Take 2 scoops of the prepared dahi base and add it to a blender. Pour in 2 capfuls of rose syrup (Rooh Afza). Mix well with a spoon or blend briefly until the rose syrup is fully incorporated and the lassi turns pink. Pour into a serving glass and garnish with a few dollops of dahi and fresh rose petals.

  5. 5

    Make Mango Lassi

    Add 1/2 cup of chopped mango pieces into a blender. Add 1 scoop of the prepared dahi base. Blend until the mango is fully pureed and smooth. Add another scoop of dahi base and blend again to achieve a thick and creamy mango lassi. Pour into a serving glass and garnish with fresh mango chunks.

  6. 6

    Make Classic Lassi

    Pour 1 scoop of the prepared dahi base directly into a serving glass. Garnish with fresh mint leaves for a refreshing touch.

Before You Cook

Helpful details before you start
Ingredient SubstitutionsMissing something? View suitable alternatives.
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  • No Yogurt?

    • Sour cream (1:1)
    • Buttermilk (1:1, slightly thinner result)
  • No Saffron?

    • 1/4 tsp turmeric (color only, no flavor match)
    • 1/2 tsp safflower threads
  • No Milk?

    • Unsweetened almond / soy / oat milk (1:1)
    • 1/2 cup evaporated milk + 1/2 cup water (per 1 cup)
Ingredient Substitutions
  • No Yogurt?

    • Sour cream (1:1)
    • Buttermilk (1:1, slightly thinner result)
  • No Saffron?

    • 1/4 tsp turmeric (color only, no flavor match)
    • 1/2 tsp safflower threads
  • No Milk?

    • Unsweetened almond / soy / oat milk (1:1)
    • 1/2 cup evaporated milk + 1/2 cup water (per 1 cup)
AllergensThis recipe contains dairy and nuts.
dairynuts

Variations

Simple ways to adapt this recipe.

  • 1
    Experiment with other fruit purees

    Experiment with other fruit purees like strawberry or banana for different lassi flavors.

  • 2
    Add a pinch of blackCustomise

    Add a pinch of black salt and roasted cumin powder for a savory lassi.

Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

  • 1
    TipAdjust the Amount of Sugar

    Adjust the amount of sugar according to your preference.

  • 2
    Cooking tipIf the Dahi Base Is Too Thick

    Add a little water to achieve the desired consistency.

  • 3
    PreparationFor Best Results

    Use chilled curd and serve immediately.

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