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Mango Lassi

Aam Lassi

(32 reviews)
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We had mango trees in our backyard growing up. Lassi was our way of making the most of a good mango harvest—cool, golden, and gone in minutes.

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Mango Lassi
Prep time:5 mins
Cook time:0 mins
Total time:5 mins

Protein

6g

Carbs

28g

Fat

5g

Calories

180 kcal

Servings:
4
VegetarianGluten Free

Ingredients

ripe mango1 large
(peeled and chopped)
plain yogurt1 cup
milk0.25 cup
sugar1–2 tbsp
(adjust to taste)
ice cubesa few

Spices

cardamom powdera pinch

Directions

Blend the Ingredients

  1. Combine mango, yogurt, milk, sugar, and cardamom in a blender.
  2. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add ice cubes and blend again briefly. Be sure to stir thoroughly so the ingredients are evenly mixed.
Chef's tip: Use canned mango pulp if fresh mangoes aren't in season.

Serve

  1. Pour into glasses and serve immediately, chilled.
  2. Garnish with a pinch of cardamom or a slice of mango if desired.

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Behind the Recipe

Chef Priya in her kitchen

Hi! I'm Priya. I grew up in Delhi in a tiny kitchen filled with noise, spices, and stories. I learned to cook the way most of us do—by watching, tasting, and eventually doing. My mother never measured anything, but somehow every dish was perfect.

After I moved to the U.S., I found myself cooking the same dishes to feel close to home. Friends would ask for recipes, and I realized how unfamiliar Indian cooking still felt to many people here. That's what led me to start sharing—not just the food, but the how and why behind each step.

These recipes are rooted in tradition but shaped by life abroad. I try to keep things practical without losing what makes them special. If you've ever wanted to bring more Indian flavor into your kitchen, I hope this is a good place to start.