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Homemade Instant Thandai Masala And Drink I Holi Special I Thandai Powder I Instant Thandai Masala

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Thandai

Cultural Context

Thandai is a traditional Indian drink, especially popular during the festival of Holi, symbolizing the arrival of spring. Its rich blend of nuts and spices not only refreshes but also energizes, making it a festive favorite. With variations across regions, thandai has gained popularity beyond India, often enjoyed at celebrations worldwide.

IndianINdrink
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup dry fruits (cashews, almonds, pistachios)
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon green cardamom
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon saffron
3/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons rose water

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + milk powder

Almond milk is dairy-free and lighter.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: jaggery

Honey is a natural sweetener, while jaggery adds a rich flavor.

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: yellow food coloring

Turmeric provides color and health benefits.

almonds

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts are nutritious while sunflower seeds are cost-effective.

1

Heat a pan on low flame, ensuring it’s not too hot.

2

Add dry fruits (cashews, almonds, pistachios) to the pan and roast them until they can be touched comfortably with your hand.

3

Remove the roasted dry fruits from the pan and set aside on a plate.

4

In the same pan, add cinnamon, green cardamom, fennel seeds, and black pepper, roasting them on low flame until fragrant.

5

Add saffron to the roasted spices and mix well.

6

Grind the roasted dry fruits and spices together to make a fine powder.

7

In a jar, combine the prepared powder with sugar (1 tablespoon) and optionally rose water for flavor.

8

Blend the mixture until well combined and smooth.

9

Serve the instant thandai garnished with thandai powder.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

blenderfine sievebowlglasses

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-freegluten-freenut-free

Allergens

nutsdairy

Also Known As

Bhang ThandaiThandai Milk

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