Salted Lassi
Salted Lassi
Description
One of the simplest things you can do with dahi (Indian yogurt) is make salted lassi, the thirst-quenching, heat-beating drink popular in North India, especially during summer. This hydrating energy drink is packed with calcium, B vitamins, phosphorus, magnesium and potassium and settles digestion and boosts electrolytes.
Equipment: mathani, whisk, or immersion blender
Ingredients
2 SERVES
- 1 cup (200g) chilled dahi
- ½ tsp roasted cumin powder
- ½ tsp kala namak (Indian black salt)
- ¼ to ½ cup cold water
- Mint sprigs to garnish
Directions
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Step 1
Whisk the dahi in a bowl or jug until smooth. Stir in the cumin and kala namak. -
Step 2
Pour in ¼ cup water to start and continue to whisk. Use a mathani, if you have one, to create some froth. You can also use an immersion blender or just a regular whisk. -
Step 3
For a thinner consistency, add more water. Taste and adjust seasoning. -
Step 4
Serve garnished with a mint spring, ideally in a chilled glass or terracotta cup.
Substitutions: Use any medium-thickness, tangy variety of yogurt available. Substitute a different variety of black salt, pink salt, or sea salt if necessary.
Level Up: Make your own Homemade Dahi.
About the author
Moina Oberoi
Moina Oberoi is a chef and entrepreneur working with organic, sustainable, and Ayurvedic foods. She is the founder and MD of India’s first kefir manufacturing company, MO’s Superfoods.
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