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Spiced Yogurt Drink

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Yogurt drinks, known as lassi in India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh, are served in New York City's numerous Indian restaurants. Salty and sweet versions accompany spicy meals to cool the heat.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes about 3 1/2 cups

Ingredients

3 cardamom pods*, lightly crushed
2 1/2 cups plain yogurt
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/2 cup water
Garnish: freshly grated nutmeg; ground cardamom

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Remove seeds from cardamom pods (discard pods) and transfer to a blender. Add yogurt, sugar, nutmeg, and water and blend until smooth. If drink is too thick, thin with water, 1 tablespoon at a time. Serve over ice in tall glasses.

  2. Step 2

    *Available at Indian markets and Kalustyan's (800-352-3451).

TagsCold DrinkBeveragesMilkshakeSouth AsianAsianYogurtDairyNutmegHerbs & SpicesCardamomNut FreeGluten FreeVegetarianNonalcoholic5 Ingredients or FewerEasyQuickNo-CookBlenderGourmet
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