Creamy Mango Lassi with Yogurt & Cardamom

Ingredients

• 2 cups frozen mango chunks

  Use ripe mango pieces; let them stand at room temperature for 5 minutes if very hard.

• 1 cup plain whole-milk yogurt

  Use unsweetened yogurt for the cleanest mango flavor.

• 0.5 cup whole milk

  Add cold for a smooth, pourable lassi.

• 1 tbsp honey

  Adds gentle sweetness; omit if the mango is exceptionally ripe and sweet.

• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice

  Strain out seeds before measuring.

• 0.25 tsp ground cardamom

  Use freshly ground cardamom when possible.

• 1 pinch kosher salt

  A small amount sharpens the mango and keeps the lassi from tasting flat.

Instructions

1. Place the frozen mango, yogurt, milk, honey, lime juice, cardamom, and kosher salt in a blender. Let the mango stand for about 5 minutes first if the pieces are rock-hard, which helps the blender process them evenly.
2. Blend on high for 45 to 60 seconds, stopping once to scrape down the sides if needed, until the lassi is completely smooth and thick with no visible mango pieces.
3. Check the consistency: it should pour slowly but easily. If it is too thick to pour, blend in 1 tablespoon additional milk at a time; if it is loose, blend in a few more frozen mango pieces.
4. Pour into two chilled glasses. For the best flavor, let the lassi stand for 1 minute so the cardamom aroma opens while the drink remains cold.
5. Serve immediately, with a light dusting of cardamom on top if desired.

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