Easy Holi Special Thandai DrinkVeg
Celebrate the vibrant spirit of Holi with a refreshing glass of authentic Thandai. This classic, cooling Indian drink is crafted with a fragrant blend of fennel seeds, poppy seeds, aromatic rose petals, crunchy almonds, and a touch of warm spices like cardamom and peppercorns. Simply blend the homemade masala with chilled milk for a rich, flavorful treat. Perfect for festive gatherings, this traditional recipe brings the perfect balance of sweetness and spice to your celebrations.
Ingredients
1 tbsp Fennel Seeds
8 piece Peppercorns
1 tbsp Poppy Seeds
A pinch Saffron Strands
6 piece Green Cardamoms
3 tbsp Dried Rose Petals
6 piece Almonds
1 l Milk
few Ice cubes
handful Almond Flakes
handful Pistachio Flakes
Instructions
1
In a blender, combine 1/4 cup sugar, 1 tablespoon fennel seeds, 8 peppercorns, 1 tablespoon poppy seeds, a pinch of saffron, 6-8 green cardamoms (peeled), and 3 tablespoons dried rose petals.
2
Blend all the ingredients into a fine powder.
3
Take 1/2 litre of chilled milk and mix in 7-8 tablespoons of the Thandai masala.
4
Add a few ice cubes and blend until well mixed.
5
For the best flavor, let the drink sit in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
6
Strain the Thandai through a fine sieve into glasses.
7
Garnish with almond flakes, pistachio flakes, and a few dried rose petals.
