Mango Lassi is a delightful and vibrant beverage originating from the Indian subcontinent. This chilled, blended yogurt drink is a delicious way to cool down on a hot day and is particularly popular in India and Pakistan.
Traditionally made with fresh mangoes, plain yogurt, water, and sometimes a touch of sugar or cardamom, Mango Lassi offers a perfect balance of sweet, tart, and creamy flavors.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
This recipe keeps things simple and delicious, using fresh mangoes, plain yogurt, a touch ground cardamom, and a sprinkle of slivered almonds for an authentic Indian touch.
Grab your blender and whip up a batch – it's the perfect way to experience the taste of India in a cool and refreshing glass!
- Simple and Refreshing: Made with just a handful of ingredients, Mango Lassi comes together in minutes and is the perfect way to beat the heat.
- Customizable: Adjust the sweetness and thickness of your Lassi to suit your taste preference.
- Authentic Indian Flavor: This recipe uses fresh mangoes and a touch of cardamom for a truly authentic Indian Lassi experience.
Ingredients You'll Need
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- Fresh mangoes, peeled and cubed - OR
- Frozen, defrosted mango cubes
- Regular plain yogurt
- Regular milk
- Honey
- Cardamom, ground
- Pistachios for garnish
- Ice for an even thicker smoothie (or don't defrost the frozen mango cubes if you choose that route).
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
How To Make an Indian Mango Lassie
Prepare The Mangoes
- Prepare fresh mangoes into cubes, or use frozen defrosted mango cubes.
PRO TIP: For a super thick mango lassi, use frozen mango cubes and omit the ice cubes.
Blend Mango Lassi Ingredients Together
- In a blender, combine the mango cubes, plain yogurt, milk, honey, cardamom, and ice cubes.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
Adjust Sweetness
- Add a little more honey if you prefer a sweeter drink, pulsing lightly to blend it in. You can also adjust consistency.
Garnish and Serve
- Garnish with pistachios or slivered almonds, and serve immediately.
Substitutions and Variations
Here are a few delicious variations or substitutions when making this recipe.
- Frozen mango chunks can be substituted for fresh mangoes. No need to thaw beforehand.
- Agave nectar, maple syrup, or simple syrup can be used in place of honey.
- Experiment with other fruits like strawberries, peaches, or bananas for a different flavor profile.
Tips for Success
Here are a few tips for making this recipe:
- Ripe mangoes will have the best flavor and sweetness for your Lassi.
- It's easier to add more water to thin out your Lassi than to add yogurt to thicken it up after blending.
- Make sure to blend your Lassi for a good minute or two to ensure a smooth and creamy consistency.
Serving Suggestions
Mango Lassi is perfect as a refreshing drink on a hot day. Enjoy it as a mid-afternoon snack or a light dessert. Serve it alongside a spicy Indian meal to cool down your palate.
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Storage Options
- A mango lassi is best enjoyed fresh.
- If you do have leftovers, refrigerating will cause it to separate over time. It's better to pour into a popsicle tray and make mango lassi popsicles with leftovers!
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can substitute canned mango pulp for fresh mangoes in a pinch. However, fresh mangoes will yield the best flavor and texture.
Lassi is traditionally thinner than a smoothie and often uses yogurt as a base, while smoothies can incorporate a wider variety of ingredients and have a thicker consistency.
Plain yogurt is the best choice for Lassi. Greek yogurt can be used for a thicker consistency, but avoid flavored yogurts.
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Indian Mango Lassi
Ingredients
- 2 cup mangoes fresh peeled and cubed - OR frozen cubes
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoon Honey
- ½ teaspoon Cardamom ground
- Pistachios for garnish
- Ice optional - for an even thicker smoothie
Instructions
- Prepare fresh mangoes into cubes, or use frozen defrosted mango cubes. PRO TIP: For a super thick mango lassi, use frozen mango cubes and omit the ice cubes.
- In a blender, combine the mango cubes, plain yogurt, milk, honey, cardamom, and ice cubes (optional). Blend until smooth and creamy.2 cup mangoes, 1 cup plain yogurt, 1 cup milk, 2 tablespoon Honey, ½ teaspoon Cardamom, Ice
- Add a little more honey if you prefer a sweeter drink, pulsing lightly to blend it in. You can also adjust consistency.
- Garnish with pistachios or slivered almonds, and serve immediately.Pistachios
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Notes
- Ripe mangoes will have the best flavor and sweetness for your Lassi.
- It's easier to add more water to thin out your Lassi than to add yogurt to thicken it up after blending.
- Make sure to blend your Lassi for a good minute or two to ensure a smooth and creamy consistency.
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