What is Thandai?
Thandai or sardai means ‘cooling’ in Hindi. Milk is the key ingredient in a thandai, whereas the flavour comes from the thandai masala. It is a traditional Indian drink for the summer season, packed with nuts and spices, and infused with the aromatics like saffron and rose. You can also make thandai in different flavours – kesar thandai, paan flavoured thandai, mango thandai, or any other delicious flavour you like. Thandai and kesar mawa gujiya are an essential part of the Holi festival celebration. Apart from Holi, you can enjoy a glass of Thandai at any time of the year. Trust me; your body will thank you for this delight when the mercury soars. Health Benefits of Thandai according to health experts:
It is an excellent energy booster, especially during the summer season. It aids in digestion and immensely helps in cooling down the body. It is also a sort of anti-depressant and helps in improving mood swings. It is a fantastic immunity booster and keeps you safe from heat strokes.
Homemade Thandai Powder
We have a tried and tested thandai powder recipe that you can easily store for 3 – 6 months and use in a million creative ways to flavour Indian desserts. It is a dry masala powder with nuts, spices, seeds, and aromatics such as saffron and rose. You are 100% assured about the quality of the drink and its medicinal benefits. And the whole making process is pretty straightforward and fuss-free.
Ingredients Required
You need only 3 ingredients for this thandai recipe: Thandai Masala: You can make it at home from scratch or use the ready-made one. Milk: Full-fat milk is the best to make thandai. For a vegan thandai, you can use almond milk. Sugar: Granulated white sugar. Many thandai pre-mix also has added sugar. So adjust the quantity of sweetener in your thandai accordingly.
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Serving Suggestion
Serve thandai chilled, or add a few ice cubes to the glass before pouring the drink. It is one of those drinks that does not taste warm or at room temperature. After making the thandai, allow it to cool down completely and then keep it in the fridge to chill for at least 1 hour before serving. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter or follow us on Instagram for video recipes.
