Mango and Turmeric Lassi with Masala Chai

Looking for a refreshing and exotic drink that's packed with flavor and health benefits? Try making this delicious mango and turmeric lassi with added masala chai tea! Made with sweet and juicy mango, fragrant turmeric, and aromatic masala chai tea, this lassi is a great way to cool off on a hot day while enjoying the many health benefits of these powerful ingredients. To make the lassi, simply blend fresh mango, turmeric, and masala chai tea with yogurt and a touch of honey until smooth and creamy. The result is a bright and refreshing drink that's bursting with flavor and loaded with antioxidants, anti-inflammatory compounds, and other nutrients that can help boost your immune system and promote healthy digestion. Whether you enjoy it as a breakfast smoothie or a mid-day treat, this mango and turmeric lassi with masala chai tea is sure to become a new favorite.

What is a Lassi?

A traditional Indian lassi is a yogurt and milk based drink made with spices and fruit. Lassi’s are milkshake type drinks that are designed to help digestion. Lassi’s can contain spices and herbs such as rose, turmeric and saffron.

What Does a Lassi Taste Like?

Lassi’s are usually made with sweet fruits and subtle spices. Some lassi’s are made with a salty taste. A salty lassi is sometimes known as a chaas. A lassi can vary in taste depending on the ingredients used. This mango and turmeric lassi is sweet and creamy with a subtle hint of spice from the masala chai.

What are the Benefits of Drinking a Lassi?

There are many benefits of drinking a lassi. A lassi is designed to help soothe digestion and provide beneficial probiotics from the yogurt used. Different herbs and spices will have different benefits. Here, in this lassi recipe I’m using turmeric and masala chai flavours. Turmeric is known for it’s anti inflammatory benefits. The main antioxidant in turmeric is curcumin. Curcumin is absorbed more easily into the body by taking with black pepper. Masala chai contains lots of healthy compounds and also contains black pepper and therefore can help the body absorb the antioxidant goodness from the curcumin. This helps fight free radicals which in turn can help keep us younger and healthier.

If you love traditional ayurvedic recipes with turmeric, you may also love this golden moon milk recipe made with turmeric, ginger and ashwagandha.

How to Make a Mango and Turmeric Lassi with Masala Chai From Scratch

Making this masala chai lassi is easily done in just a few steps. Firstly, steep the masala chai in warm milk and stain out the leaves once steeped. In a blender add the tea, ice, frozen mango, yogurt, turmeric (ground or fresh), honey and a pinch of salt. Combine until super smooth. If using fresh turmeric, you may need to blend a little longer for a smooth consistency.

INGREDIENTS (Serves 2)

• 3 Heaped Teaspoons of Masala Chai (or 2 Tea Bags)

• 1 Cup (8fl oz) of Milk (Regular or Non Dairy)

• 1 Cup (240g) of Yogurt (Regular or Non Dairy)

• 1/2 Cup (75g) of Frozen Mango

• 2 Inch Piece of Fresh Turmeric (or 1-2 Teaspoons of Ground Turmeric)

• 2-3 Tablespoons of Honey - To Taste

• Handful of Ice

• Pinch of Salt

METHOD

• Firstly, warm the milk in a small saucepan. Take off the heat and infuse the chai directly into the milk for 5-10 minutes before removing the leaves with a fine mesh strainer. Set aside to cool.

• Into a blender add ice and your chai infused milk. Add the frozen mango, yogurt, fresh turmeric, honey and pinch of salt. Blend until really smooth.

• Enjoy with a sprinkle of ground turmeric and black pepper on top.