Homemade Thandai

Name: Homemade Thandai
Total time: 3600 s
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 15 -20 Almonds; 2 tablespoons Melon seeds (magaz); 1 tablespoon Poppy seeds (khus-khus); 1 liter Full-fat milk; 5-6 tablespoons (adjust to taste) Sugar; A pinch Saffron strands (for garnish); Crushed pistachios; 1 tablespoon Fennel seeds (saunf); 6-8 Black peppercorns; 4-5 Cardamom pods; 1 tablespoon (optional) Dried rose petals; A pinch Saffron strands; 10-12 Pistachios; 8-10 (optional) Cashews

Renu Pushpendra Tyagi @RenuTyagi2006

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A traditional Indian spiced milk drink, perfect for summer or festive occasions like Holi and Mahashivratri.

Renu Pushpendra Tyagi @RenuTyagi2006

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A traditional Indian spiced milk drink, perfect for summer or festive occasions like Holi and Mahashivratri.

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Ingredients

60 minutes

4 servings

Thandai Masala:
15 -20Almonds
2 tablespoonsMelon seeds (magaz)
1 tablespoonPoppy seeds (khus-khus)
For the Drink:
1 literFull-fat milk
5-6 tablespoons (adjust to taste)Sugar
A pinch Saffron strands (for garnish)
Crushed pistachios
For garnish
1 tablespoonFennel seeds (saunf)
6-8Black peppercorns
4-5Cardamom pods
1 tablespoon (optional)Dried rose petals
A pinchSaffron strands
10-12Pistachios
8-10 (optional)Cashews

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Steps

60 minutes

1

Make the Thandai Masala:
Soak almonds, cashews, melon seeds, poppy seeds, and fennel seeds in water for 4-5 hours (or overnight).
Drain the soaked ingredients and grind them into a fine paste along with black pepper, cardamom, dried rose petals, and saffron. Add a little water if needed.
2

Prepare the Milk:
Heat the milk in a pan until it comes to a gentle boil.
Add the sugar and stir until dissolved.
3

Combine the Masala and Milk:
Mix the Thandai masala paste into the milk.
Simmer for 5-7 minutes, ensuring the flavors infuse well.
Cool the Thandai:
Remove the milk from heat and let it cool to room temperature.
Strain the mixture to remove any coarse particles (optional, for a smoother drink).
5. Chill and Serve:
Refrigerate the Thandai for at least 2-3 hours.
Serve chilled in glasses, garnished with saffron strands and crushed pistachios.
Enjoy this refreshing and flavorful drink!.