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Almond Milk Thandai Recipe
A wonderful, refreshing beverage made with almond milk, spices and protein-rich seeds.
- Total Cook Time1 hr 10 mins
- Prep Time 10 mins
- Cook Time1 hr
- Recipe Servings2
- Medium
Ingredients of Almond Milk Thandai
- For the powder mix:
- 1/2 tsp of cardamom powder or 2-3 green cardamom (elaichi)
- 2 tsp of poppy seeds (khus khus)
- 1 tsp of fennel seeds (saunf)
- 5-6 black peppercorns (kali mirch)
- 3/4 tsp saffron (kesar) - optional
- 1 tsp roasted watermelon seeds or sunflower seeds
- A pinch of nutmeg - optional
- For the drink:
- 4 cups of almond milk
- Seedless Dates/Raw Sugar/Palm Sugar to taste
- For garnishing:
- Chopped Pistachios
- Silver Leaves
- Pinch of Saffron
How to Make Almond Milk Thandai
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Take all the ingredients in a grinder and grind really fine .
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Note : For a larger batch of the spice mix, dry grind and keep in an airtight container, refrigerated for a few days. You can also alter the quantities to suit your personal taste and preference.
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Boil the milk with whichever sugar you are using and few strands of saffron (if using).
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Add the ground powder and mix it well.Add more water if needed to get the desired consistency.
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Strain the mixture to remove any particles to make a smooth Milk.
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Cool and let it refrigerate for a minimum of one hour or even overnight to let the spices infuse in the drink.
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Give it a mix before serving. Garnish and serve. If you have rose water or dried crushed rose petals, add some to taste.