Name: Sweet Mango Lassi
Yield: Makes 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups yogurt; 1 cup mango purée, fresh or canned Indian Alphonso mango purée; 1/2 cup sugar; 1 tray ice cubes

Aam Lassi

I guarantee that even if you think you don't like yogurt you will love this shake. Combined with mangoes and blended until frothy, lassi is always refreshing, not just at mealtime. The bubbly froth subsides when lassi stands awhile, so whip it again in the blender or whisk it just before serving.

Recipe information

Yield
Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

3 cups yogurt

1 cup mango purée, fresh or canned Indian Alphonso mango purée

1/2 cup sugar

1 tray ice cubes

Preparation

Put all the ingredients in an electric blender or food processor and blend until the ice is crushed and the liquid is frothy. Serve immediately in tall glasses. (The drink will keep, covered, for up to 3 days in the refrigerator. Whip again before serving.)

Introduction to Indian Cooking, Ten Speed Press

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