This mango lassi blends ripe mango, plain yogurt, a little sugar or honey and optional cardamom into a smooth drink. It is served chilled in glasses and garnished with chopped pistachios.
Ingredients for Mango Lassi
- Ripe Mangoes: 2 large, peeled and chopped (or 1½ cups of mango pulp)
- Plain Yogurt: 1 cup (preferably full-fat for a creamier texture)
- Milk: ½ cup (optional, for a thinner consistency)
- Sugar or Honey: 1-2 tablespoons (adjust based on the mango’s sweetness)
- Cardamom Powder: ½ teaspoon (optional, for added flavour)
- Ice Cubes: 4-5 (optional, for a chilled drink)
- Chopped Pistachios: For garnish (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prepare the Mangoes: Peel and chop the mangoes into small pieces. If using canned mango pulp, measure about 1½ cups.
- Blend the Ingredients: In a blender, combine the mango pieces (or pulp), yogurt, milk (if using), sugar or honey, and cardamom powder. Blend until smooth.
- Adjust Consistency: If the lassi is too thick, add a little more milk and blend again.
- Chill and Serve: Pour the mango lassi into glasses. Add ice cubes if desired and garnish with chopped pistachios.
- Enjoy Immediately: Serve your mango lassi fresh and chilled.
Tips for the Best Mango Lassi
- Choose very ripe mangoes. Sweet, fragrant mangoes give the best flavour, and you may need less sugar or honey.
- Use plain, full-fat yogurt. It gives a creamier lassi than low-fat yogurt.
- Use cold ingredients. Chilled yogurt and milk help the drink stay cool and refreshing.
- Blend until completely smooth. Keep the blender running until there are no mango fibres or lumps.
- Start with a little cardamom. Add the ½ teaspoon in the recipe, taste, then adjust to your liking.
Easy Variations
- Using canned mango pulp: measure about 1½ cups and blend it with the other ingredients.
- Thinner lassi: add the optional ½ cup of milk and blend again.
- Thicker lassi: leave out the milk and the ice cubes.
- Sweetener: choose sugar or honey, and add it a little at a time so you can taste as you go.
How to Serve
Pour the mango lassi into tall glasses, add ice cubes if you like, and sprinkle chopped pistachios on top. It is a refreshing drink for warm days and is often enjoyed alongside spicy food, as its creamy sweetness is cooling.
Making Ahead
Mango lassi tastes best freshly blended. If you want to prepare it a little ahead, keep it covered in the refrigerator and stir or shake it well before serving, because the mango and yogurt can separate on standing.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Protein: 4 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Sugar: 30 g
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Vitamin A: 25% of the daily recommended value
- Calcium: 15% of the daily recommended value
- Fiber: 2 g
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use mango pulp instead of fresh mango?
Yes. If you use canned mango pulp, measure about 1½ cups.
How do I make mango lassi thinner?
Add the optional ½ cup of milk for a thinner consistency. If the lassi turns out too thick, add a little more milk and blend again.
Which yogurt is best for mango lassi?
Plain yogurt, preferably full-fat for a creamier texture. This mango lassi uses 1 cup.
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