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Himachal Pradesh
Beverage
Himachal Thandai Almond Saffron Poppy Cooling Mountain Drink
Cold full-fat milk blended with almonds, saffron, cardamom and pepper — the festival cooling drink of Himachal Pradesh associated with Holi and Shivratri.
Prep15 min
Total15 min
Serves2
LevelEasy
Method
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1
Drain soaked almonds and peel. Drain cashews and soaked poppy seeds.
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2
Blend soaked almonds, cashews, poppy seeds and fennel seeds with 1/4 cup of the cold milk until completely smooth — blend for 2 full minutes.
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3
Add remaining cold milk, cardamom powder, saffron-infused milk, sugar and black pepper. Blend for 1 minute.
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4
Taste and adjust sugar.
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5
Strain through a fine sieve for a completely smooth silky drink.
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6
Press the almond paste firmly through the sieve.
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7
Add ice cubes. Stir. Serve immediately in tall glasses.
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8
Pour into glasses or cups. For hot drinks, warm the cup first by rinsing with hot water. For cold drinks, add ice just before serving. Serve immediately.
🩺 Health Benefits
Energy Boosting
Sustained energy
Gut Health
Probiotics and fiber
Immunity Boost
Vitamins and minerals
Antioxidant Rich
Antioxidant-packed foods
Blood Pressure
Low sodium, potassium-rich
Heart Healthy
Low sodium, healthy fats
⚡ Why this recipe is for Energy Boosting:
Complex carbs and nutrients for sustained energy
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