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Rose Petal Lassi: A Sweet Symphony of Love

Discover the enchanting flavors of North India with this exquisite rose petal lassi recipe. Experience a symphony of love in every sip and immerse yourself in the aromatic embrace of fresh rose petals and creamy yogurt. Vegan and vegetarian-friendly dessert options are available.

πŸ•’ Prep: 15 mins - Cook: 0 mins - Total: 15 mins
🍽 Servings: 6
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Advanced
🌎 Cuisine: Indian

Allergens

Dairy (Milk)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh rose petals (rooh afza)
  • 2 cups plain yogurt
  • 3 tbsp milk powder
  • 4 cardamom pods, crushed
  • A pinch of saffron strands
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 tsp rose water
  • Ice cubes

Instructions

  1. In a blender, combine the fresh rose petals and milk powder. Blend until they form a fine powder.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the yogurt, blended rose petal mixture, cardamom, saffron, sugar, and rose water until well combined.
  3. Pour the lassi mixture into glasses filled with ice cubes, leaving about an inch of space at the top.
  4. Serve immediately and enjoy this sweet and indulgent treat.

Chef’s Insight

To intensify the flavor, steep the saffron strands in warm milk for 10 minutes before adding to the lassi mixture.

Notes

This recipe is suitable for vegetarians and can be easily adapted to accommodate vegan diets.

Cultural or Historical Background

Lassi is a traditional Indian beverage that originated in Punjab and has become popular across India. It's enjoyed during both lunch and dinner as a way to balance the flavors of spicy dishes.