Traditional Indian Thandai Recipe: Refreshing Dry Fruit Milk Drink
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About Traditional Indian Thandai Recipe: Refreshing Dry Fruit Milk Drink
Experience the rich, creamy delight of Thandai, a traditional Indian beverage perfect for festivals and celebrations. This power-packed drink is brimming with the goodness of almonds, cashews, and aromatic spices, creating a uniquely refreshing taste that will leave you wanting more.Our recipe guides you through making this delicious drink from scratch, ensuring a perfectly balanced blend of flavors. Learn how to create a smooth, creamy texture and achieve that signature Thandai taste.Beyond its delicious taste, Thandai offers numerous health benefits thanks to the wholesome ingredients. It's the ideal cool and invigorating treat for any occasion!
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Recipe Time & More
Prep20 minutes
Cook10 minutes
Total30 minutes
Ingredients
For the Thandai Paste
- 6 piece Almonds soaked overnight
- 4 piece Cashews soaked overnight
- 1 tsp Fennel Seeds soaked overnight
- 1 tsp Melon Seeds
- 4 piece Cardamom Pods green cardamom recommended
- 1/4 tsp Peppercorns black
- 1/2 cup Water or more as needed for grinding
For the Drink
For Garnishing
- 1 tbsp Honey optional
- 1 tbsp Fennel Seeds for rimming the glass
Instructions
Prepare the Thandai Paste
- Grind the soaked almonds, cashews, fennel seeds, melon seeds, cardamom pods, and black peppercorns into a smooth paste using a blender with 1/2 cup of water. Add more water if necessary to achieve a smooth consistency.
Strain the Paste
- Strain the paste through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth, pressing to extract all the liquid. Discard the solids remaining in the sieve.
Combine and Serve
- In a pitcher, combine the strained Thandai paste with cold milk and sugar. Stir well to dissolve the sugar. Add ice cubes for a chilled drink.
Garnish the Glass (Optional)
- Lightly brush the rim of a tall glass with honey. Dip the rim into a shallow dish of fennel seeds to coat. Pour the Thandai into the prepared glass and serve immediately.
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips for the Perfect Thandai
- Soaking is Key: Soaking the nuts and seeds overnight helps soften them, resulting in a smoother, more flavorful paste.
- Adjust Sweetness: Adjust the amount of sugar based on your preference and the sweetness of the milk you use.
- Spice it Up: For a bolder flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg or a few saffron strands to the paste.
- Chill Factor: For an extra refreshing drink, chill the milk before mixing it with the Thandai paste.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 108kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 14mgSodium: 52mgPotassium: 246mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 193IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 172mgIron: 1mg
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Looks so appetizing! Thank you for posting.
This looks so good! Can’t wait to cook it.
This looks so tasty! Thank you.