Authentic Indian Mango Lassi

Ingredients

Ripe mangoes

2, peeled and diced

Plain yogurt

1 cup

Milk

1/2 cup

Sugar

2 to 3 tablespoons, adjust as per taste

Cardamom powder

1/4 teaspoon

Ice cubes

1 cup

Fresh mint leaves

a few for garnish

Instructions

1. Start by choosing ripe, sweet mangoes. Peel and dice them into cubes. The quality of mangoes is vital in achieving the authentic flavor of Mango Lassi.
2. In a blender, combine the diced mangoes, plain yogurt, milk, sugar, and cardamom powder. The cardamom powder lends a unique, aromatic flavor that's characteristic to Mango Lassi.
3. Blend the ingredients on high speed until you attain a smooth, creamy consistency.
4. Now, add the ice cubes to the blender. Blend again until the ice is fully crushed and seamlessly blended into the lassi.
5. Taste the Mango Lassi. Depending on the sweetness of the mangoes used, you might want to add more sugar. If needed, add sugar and blend again until well mixed.
6. Pour the luscious Mango Lassi into serving glasses. As a finishing touch, garnish each glass with a few fresh mint leaves. The mint adds a refreshing contrast to the sweet, creamy lassi.
7. Serve the Mango Lassi chilled. Enjoy this royal Indian treat as a soothing beverage on a sweltering day or as a decadent dessert to end a meal.