 Acarafe and glass of lassi | |
| Type | Yogurt beverage |
|---|---|
| Place of origin | Indian subcontinent |
| Associatedcuisine | Punjabi,Indian,Pakistani |
| Serving temperature | Chilled |
| Main ingredients | Yogurt, water |
Lassi (pronounced[ləsːi]) is ayogurt–based beverage with asmoothie-like consistency.[1][2] It has been called "the most popular and traditional yogurt-based drink" in India.[3] It has also been described as the form in which yogurt "is most cherished and unbeatably popular in [...]Punjab", its "best-loved summer drink", and "theair conditioner of the Punjab".[4]
Lassi originated in the Punjab region of theIndian subcontinent.[3] The word 'lassi' means yogurt mixed with water inPunjabi andHindi-Urdu.[1][5]
Lassi is prepared by blending yogurt, water, and spices. In Punjab, the yogurt is traditionally made fromwater buffalo milk.[4] However, variations of lassi can be prepared in different ways.Cumin andcardamom are the most common spices added to lassi.[6] Lassi is traditionally served in a clay cup known askulhar.[6]
Namkin or namkeen (salty) lassi is made by addingsalt,black pepper,cumin, andsugar to the yogurt-water mixture.[1][7]
Lassi masalewal (spicy lassi) is made by adding ingredients such asalmonds,ginger,green chilies, andpistachios to namkin lassi.[1]
Meethi (sweet) lassi is made by addingcardamom,rosewater, andsaffron to the yogurt-water mixture.[1][3]
Bhang lassi is acannabis-infused drink that containsbhang, a liquid derivative ofcannabis, which has effects similar toother eaten forms of cannabis.[8] It is legal in many parts of India and mainly sold duringHoli, whenpakoras containing bhang are also sometimes eaten.Uttar Pradesh is known to have licensed bhang shops, and in many places, one can buy bhang products and drink bhang lassis.[9]
Fruits such asmangos andstrawberries may be added to the yogurt-water mixture to yield, for example, mango lassi and strawberry lassi.[1][3]
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