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How to make the best Mango Lassi

Mango Lassi is a mango smoothie from India. India produces a variety of mangoes. The brutally hot summers in India call for mango based drinks. Traditionally, Lassi is a popular yogurt drink. It can be a sweet or savory yogurt drink. When sweet Lassi is mixed with fresh mango pulp, it is Mango Lassi. The key ingredient in Mango Lassi is the use of Alphonso mango pulp. Alphonso mango is the king of all mangoes. You can find Alphonso mango pulp in a can at Indian grocery stores or on Amazon.   Ingredients 1 can Alphonso mango pulp, typically this can is 1 lb and 14 oz 2 lb can of plain whole milk yogurt 8 green cardamom pods Instructions Place a colander or a...

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Curry Broccoli

Honestly, anything tastes 10x better when you bake it. Broccoli is no exception and is probably the best and easiest thing to bake. This recipe is pretty simple with only a few ingredients and can be prepared in a pinch for lunch or a quick side dish for dinner. YouTube Recipe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jxhIORhBBGk&t=6s Ingredients 1 Tablespoon curry powder 1 teaspoon of sea salt 2 Tablespoons olive oil 1 lb broccoli, broken into similar sized florets, preferably 2-inch florets   Instructions Pre-heat oven at 350 F. Meanwhile, in a large mixing bowl, add curry powder, sea salt, and olive oil. Mix. Add broccoli florets and mix using your fingers so that all of the florets are coated with the mixture. Place the florets...

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Kheer (Indian Rice Pudding)

Kheer comes from the word 'Ksheer ' in Sanskrit which means milk. This rice pudding is a result of slow cooking and requires some patience. It can be served warm in winter and cold in summer. I have seen and tried recipes that make it with nutmeg or saffron. While the basic recipe remains the same, spice will dominate the flavor of this dish. Ingredients4 cups whole milk1⁄4 cup uncooked white basmati rice1⁄2 teaspoon ground cardamom1⁄4 cup chopped unsalted cashews1⁄4 cup green/ golden raisins1⁄2 cup granulated cane sugar1 Tablespoon rose waterA pinch of salt Instructions In a medium THICK BOTTOMED saucepan over medium heat, heat milk and rice. Once the mixture has come to a boil, reduce heat to simmer...

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The Only Chai Latte Recipe You'll Ever Need

‘Masala’ is a spice blend and ‘Chai’ is tea in Hindi. Usually, Masala Chai is only hot in India, and weather does not matter. This recipe is an adaptation of India’s classic drink. For this recipe, I am using a special Indian tea, please follow the associated link. Click here to access the video.     Ingredients 4 cups water 6 teaspoons white granulated sugar OR your choice of sugar 6 teaspoons black loose tea leaves, preferably Wagh Bakri loose tea  Masala (spice blend): 4 green cardamom pods 4 cloves 4 cinnamon sticks 4 black peppercorns  2 inch piece of fresh ginger Instructions Bring water to a boil over high heat. Meanwhile, muddle 'Masala' spices in a mortar pestle or...

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Tandoori Tacos

Summer is fast approaching, and we are all stuck at home, still! It was when Cinco de Mayo (May 5) celebrations were on and I decided to try this recipe, a homage to Indian and Mexican cuisine, both beautiful and rich in their culinary offerings! This is a great dish to cook together along with your family, and be creative. Just like you, I am a lover of food, and I try out new things from time to time, so enjoy! TANDOORI TACOS (serves 3-4) Ingredients 8 tortillas 1 medium-size red onion, thinly sliced 1/2 cup tamarind chutney, store-bought 1/2 cup chopped cilantro 2 limes, sliced in quarters   Tandoori Cauliflower 1/2 bottle of Rupen's Tandoori Marinade 1 cauliflower, peeled...

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