Mint Lassi

Prep Time

5 minutes

 

Yields

2 people

 

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

  • Dash of black pepper

  • 1 cup plain yogurt

  • 1/2 cup loosely packed fresh mint leaves

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 2 cups water

 

Directions

  1. In a skillet, dry roast cumin and black pepper.

  2. Stir frequently, until the aroma is released.

  3. Combine cumin and pepper, along with all the other ingredients, into a blender.

  4. Mix at high speed until mint leaves are well blended.

  5. Serve.

 

Notes

This is a drink used in Indian culture to aid in digestion. Traditionally they use black salt which can be found in Indian food markets. For a different taste ground cardamom or ground fennel in place of the cumin. Try different types of yogurt: cow, sheep, goat or soy.