Lassi Khara
Zutaten
- Yoghurt 1 cup
- Water 2 cups cold
- Salt 1 tsp
- Asafoetida 1 pinch
Anweisungen
Blend (frappe) in blender until frothy. Add torn curry leaves and serve cold.
Lassi Khara is a savory North Indian yogurt drink made by blending yogurt with cold water, salt, and a pinch of asafoetida, traditionally served cold with a garnish of torn curry leaves. Asafoetida, known as hing, provides a pungent, onion-garlic character that makes this distinctly a savory, digestive drink rather than a sweet one. It is an authentic alternative to sweet lassi.
History & Origins
Savory lassi has been a staple of Indian cuisine for millennia, with the yogurt-based beverage serving as both a cooling drink and a digestive aid across the subcontinent. Asafoetida has been used in Indian cooking for over 2,000 years, with ancient Sanskrit texts referencing its culinary and medicinal properties. Lassi Khara represents the savory pole of the lassi tradition, distinct from the sweet Punjab-style version.
Tasting Notes
Aroma: Tangy yogurt with the pungent, sulfurous character of asafoetida and a briny salt note. Palate: Savory and tangy — yogurt's lactic tartness dominates, with asafoetida adding a complex onion-garlic undertone and salt providing balance. Finish: Clean and cooling, with a lingering asafoetida pungency.
Pro Tip
Blend until frothy and serve immediately over ice, garnished with fresh curry leaves for an authentic presentation and additional aromatic complexity.
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