Hare Krishna Mango Lassi

The Hare Krishna Mango Lassi recipe makes a refreshing and delightful drink, perfect for cooling down and enjoying a taste of devotion. This rich and creamy lassi combines the sweetness of mango with the smoothness of yogurt, creating a harmonious blend that is both satisfying and nourishing. Prepared with love and devotion, this lassi is a perfect offering to Krishna and a beloved treat among devotees.

Serving Suggestions

Hare Krishna Mango Lassi is a versatile drink that can be enjoyed in various ways:

• Breakfast Drink: Start your day with a refreshing glass of mango lassi, providing a sweet and nourishing boost.
• Snack: Enjoy a glass of lassi as a mid-day snack to cool down and refresh.
• Dessert: Serve mango lassi as a dessert, complementing a light meal with its rich and creamy texture.
• Festival Drink: Offer mango lassi during festivals and special occasions, adding a touch of sweetness to your celebrations.

These serving suggestions make for a balanced and satisfying experience, fostering a sense of community and togetherness when shared with fellow devotees.

Bhakti Thought

Hare Krishna Mango Lassi is more than just an ordinary drink; it is an expression of love, joy, and devotion. By preparing and offering this lassi to Krishna, we engage in the sacred practice of bhakti, transforming the act of beverage-making into a spiritual endeavor. Let this lassi inspire you to prepare beverages with a heart full of love and to see each drink as an offering to Krishna, bringing us closer to Him with every sip.

Hare Krishna Mango Lassi

Print Recipe

Hare Krishna Mango Lassi is a delightful and flavorful drink, inspired by the principles of bhakti yoga. This rich lassi combines wholesome ingredients, creating a harmonious blend that enhances any meal. In the tradition of Gaudiya Vaishnavism, preparing and offering beverages to Krishna is an act of love and devotion, known as bhakti. Each drink is prepared with care, mindfulness, and a pure heart, making it not just a tasty lassi but a spiritual offering.

• Author: Chandra-Vadana Chaitanya das
• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 15 minutes
• Yield: 4 16 ounce glasses 1x
• Category: Beverages
• Method: Blend
• Cuisine: Indian-inspired
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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• 1 cup sugar
• 1 32 oz container of plain yogurt
• 1/2 30 oz can of kesar mango pulp (preferably organic)
• 15 oz water
• 1 to 2 teaspoons cardamom powder

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Instructions

1. Combine Ingredients: Place the sugar, plain yogurt, mango pulp, water, and cardamom powder into a blender.
2. Blend Until Smooth: Blend until the lassi is smooth and creamy.
3. Serve: Pour into glasses, garnish with a sprinkle of cardamom powder, offer to Krishna, share and enjoy.

Notes

• Mango Pulp: Using kesar mango pulp adds a rich and authentic flavor to the lassi. If you cannot find kesar mango pulp, you can use any other variety of mango pulp.
• Fresh Mangoes: If fresh mangoes are in season, you can use them in place of canned mango pulp. Blend the mangoes with a little water to make a smooth puree.
• Vegan Option: Replace the plain yogurt with a plant-based yogurt for a vegan version of this lassi.
• Flavor Enhancements: Add a few saffron strands or a pinch of nutmeg for an extra layer of flavor.
• Chilled Lassi: For a chilled version, refrigerate the lassi for an hour before serving or add ice cubes while blending.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 16 oz Glass
• Calories: 250
• Sugar: 40g
• Sodium: 90mg
• Fat: 5g
• Saturated Fat: 3g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Fiber: 1g
• Protein: 6g
• Cholesterol: 15mg