In this Thandai Recipe, you will see a very popular and traditional Indian drink that is made during festivals such as Maha Shivratri and Holi. It is a very refreshing drink that is made using blended nuts, spices, and milk. Thandai has a cooling effect on our body during the hot summer months and is very healthy as well. It is made using nuts such as almonds, and cashews, seeds such as fennel seeds, poppy seeds, milk, rose petals, Kesar, and spices. Thandai is made by making a paste of the ingredients used and mixing it with milk. It is a very special and famous drink and dear to us Indians. It is a flavorful drink and is a must-drink beverage during Holi. It tastes so delicious, it contains so many flavors, it is refreshing, it cools us and it is healthy. You can also make Instant Thandai using this Homemade Thandai Powder at home.
Is Thandai Healthy
- Thandai is full of nutrition and has health benefits as it uses nuts and spices which are very healthy and are also good for digestion and known to improve our immune system. It is full of flavor as it contains so many healthy ingredients. The nuts and spics used in Thandai such as almonds, pistachios, poppy seeds, and fennel seeds are rich in healthy fats, protein, and fiber.
- Thandai keeps you hydrated during the summer months as it contains milk. Our body loses fluids during the hot summer months. It replenishes the fluids, gives all the nutrients, and also keeps us cool.
- The ingredients used to make Thandai such as almonds and saffron improve our immunity as they are rich in antioxidants. If you are looking for a healthy drink, then you should make and drink this traditional Thandai as it is better than all the drinks available in the market.
Also check out our other Festive special recipes such as Samosa, Gulab Jamun, Gujiya, Namak Para, Carrot Halwa, and Rasmalai.
Also visit our summer special recipes such as Masala Chaas, Shikanji – Indian Lemonade, Lassi, Mango Mastani, Mango Milkshake, Mango Thick Shake without Milk, Almond Milkshake, Kulfi, Royal Kesar Pista Ice cream, and Cold Coffee.
Thandai Recipe Video in Hindi
Thandai Recipe Ingredients
- 1/4 cup cashew
- 1/4 cup almonds
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 2 tbsp poppy seeds(khas khas)
- 1-2 tbsp pistachios
- 15 rose petals
- 2-3 tbsp melon seeds
- 1 tbsp fennel seeds
- 1/2 tsp saffron
- 7-8 cardamom
- 12-15 black pepper
- warm water
- 3 cups of cold milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
How Thandai is Made – Step-by-Step Instructions
1)Take chopped dry fruits – 1/4 cup cashew, 1/4 cup almonds, 1/4 cup raisins, 2 tbsp poppy seeds, 1-2 tbsp pistachios, the spices – 2-3 tbsp melon seeds, 1 tbsp fennel seeds, 1/2 tsp saffron, 7-8 cardamom, 12-15 black pepper, and 15 rose petals.
2) Add all the ingredients to a mixing bowl.
3) Soak the dry fruits and spices in warm water for at least 2-3 hours or overnight. You’ll see that the dry fruits will get soft.
4) In a blender, add all the ingredients to grind the soaked nuts and spices.
5) Grind to make a smooth paste-like texture to be used as thandai masala.
6) Leave some paste in the jar, add cold milk, and mix well.
7) The mixture will get foamy. Now, add sugar and grind it well.
8) Pour in a glass.
9) Garnish with saffron, pistachios, and rose petals.
10) Serve chilled with ice cubes.
Do try this recipe and surprise your family and friends with this amazing drink. If you like the recipe and the video, Please leave a comment and let me know how it turned out! Happy Holi!
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Thandai Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup cashew
- 1/4 cup almonds
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 2 tbsp poppy seeds(khas khas)
- 1-2 tbsp pistachios
- 15 rose petals
- 2-3 tbsp melon seeds
- 1 tbsp fennel seeds
- 1/2 tsp saffron
- 7-8 cardamom
- 12-15 black pepper
- warm water
- 3 cup cold milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
Instructions
- Take a bowl and add all the dry fruits and spices
- Add warm water and leave it for 2-3 hours
- Grind it and make a fine paste
- Leave 5-6 tbsp paste in the jar. Add 3 cup cold milk in the jar.
- Add 1/2 cup sugar and grind it.
- Add 3-4 ice cubes in a glass and pour the mixture.
- Garnish with pistachios and saffron.
