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Lassi is a popular traditional beverage from Punjab. It is made from yogurt (thick curd) to which sugar and some flavourings are added. The curd is whisked till smooth and frothy. Sugar is added for sweetness. Sweet and salty are the two main variations of the much-loved lassi. However, in recent years variations like mango lassi, rose lassi, strawberry lassi, pineapple lassi have become popular.Here, the chef makes makhaniya lassi, pedha lassi and mango lassi.The thick, creamy, luscious lassi is the heart and soul of Punjab and is available in every household and every nook and corner of the state. However, its popularity transcends the state boundaries. It is equally loved in other parts on India.

Lassi is a popular traditional beverage from the land of five rivers. Chef Ajay Chopra shares the recipe for this creamy Punjabi drink.

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Lassi

To make makhaniya lassi, whisk together curd, milk, white butter, powdered sugar and ice cubes in an earthen pot till the mixture becomes frothy.

Sprinkle some cardamom powder and mix well. Makhaniya lassi is ready.

To make pedha lassi, crush white pedhas in a bowl and add saffron, pistachios, kewra water, curd, powdered sugar, cardamom powder, milk and ice cubes. 

Whisk the mixture, add water and whisk again. Pedha lassi is ready. Garnish with crushed pedha and pistachios.

To make mango lassi, take curd in a bowl and add cold water, sugar powder, cardamom powder, mango puree and milk and whisk. Mango lassi is ready.

Chef Ajay Chopra shares the recipe for the famous and much-loved beverage Lassi.

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Panakam Ginger & Lime Drink is a refreshing drink from South India. Panakam means a sweet drink in Sanskrit. This traditional drink is made with lime, ginger and jaggery. That is how it gets its sweet and tangy taste. This is a summer drink and is usually made during the Ram Navami festival or spring Hindu festivals which fall in April or May. It is a thirst-quencher and a natural coolant.The slurpy, sweet and tangy Panakam Ginger & Lime Drink is a golden nectar.

Panakam Ginger & Lime Drink is a refreshing drink from South India. Chef Ajay Chopra shares the recipe of this sweet and tangy drink. 

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Panakam Ginger & Lime Drink

In a mixer jar, combine jaggery powder, dried ginger powder, cardamom powder, salt, lemon juice, ice cubes and mint leaves and blend well. 

Add some water to it.

Pour this in a glass, garnish with a lemon slice and mint leaves and serve chilled. 

Chef Ajay Chopra shares the recipe for Panakam Ginger & Lime Drink, a refreshing drink.

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Jodhpuri Pudina Jeera is a refreshing and cooling drink. The chef recalls his childhood by making this beverage. He makes use of coriander leaves, mint leaves, some spice powders such as cumin powder and dry mango powder and soda.This homemade bubbling and fizzy drink is way better than the carbonated drinks available in the market. This drink not only refreshes and cools but also helps in digestion.The chilled Jodhpuri Pudina Jeera is delightful and fresh.

Jodhpuri Pudina Jeera is a refreshing and delicious drink. Chef Ajay Chopra brings the recipe for his childhood favourite drink to your kitchen.

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Jodhpuri Pudina Jeera

Blend together coriander leaves, mint leaves, ginger, lemon juice, black salt, black pepper powder, roasted cumin powder, dry mango powder, coriander powder and ice cubes in a mixer jar.

Transfer the mixture in a jar and add soda to it.

Garnish with a lemon slice and mint leaves. Serve chilled.  

Chef Ajay Chopra shares the recipe for refreshing Jodhpuri Pudina Jeera.

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Chingya Caldo is a nourishing Goan drink. It is made from green moong dal which is very nutritious. The incredibly versatile moong dal is rich in proteins, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and fibers. The addition of jaggery makes it even healthier and cardamom powder gives it a nice taste. Chef Ajay Chopra shares the recipe of this forgotten drink. This protein-rich drink is highly nutritious and delicious.

Chingya Caldo is a nourishing Goan drink. Chef Ajay Chopra brings the recipe of this unique drink to your kitchen.

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Chingya Caldo

Add boiled green moong dal, grated coconut, palm jaggery, sugarcane jaggery, salt and cardamom powder and water to a mixer jar and blend well. 

Heat some water in a pan.

Add the ground moong dal mixture to this pan and cook till gets a smooth texture.

Pour this mixture in a glass and garnish with grated coconut and cardamom powder. 

Chef Ajay Chopra's Chingya Caldo is a nourishing Goan drink.

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Tanka Torani is a rice-based drink from Orissa. In the olden days, it used to be prepared in the temples. It was in fact served as Lord Jagannath’s mahaprasad, in earthen pots inside the Jagannath Dham Puri, Orissa. Since then, the popularity of this drink soured and it soon became a staple in all households across the state.This healthy drink is made from leftover rice. It is lightly spiced and the addition of curd gives it a tangy flavour. The humble Tanka Torani is tasty and healthy.

Tanka Torani is a rice-based drink from Orissa. Chef Ajay Chopra shares the recipe for this refreshing drink.

Chef Ajay Chopra shares the recipe for the refreshing Tanka Torani. 

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Tanka Torani 

In a bowl, add water to the leftover rice and smash it. Leave it overnight.

Next, add ginger, coriander leaves, Gondhoraj lemon leaves, green chillies, roasted cumin powder, and rock salt to the overnight fermented rice. Blend this in a mixer to make a puree.

Remove the puree in a bowl and add curd, Gondhoraj lemon juice, slices and leaves, and slit green chilli and mix well. 

Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds and curry leaves to it.

Pour this tempering on the rice puree and mix well.

Chef Ajay Chopra shares the recipe for the refreshing Tanka Torani.

Tanka Torani

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Purab Paschim is a one-of-a-kind beverage. It has a unique combination of mango and lemon. Here, the chef makes use of Alphonso mango puree and the special Gondhoraj lemon to whip up a fusion drink Purab Paschim. Purab Paschim translates to East West. Gondhoraj lemon is from the east part of India and Alphonso mango is from the west so the name Purab Paschim.This Purab Paschim is amazingly delicious.

Purab Paschim is a unique combination of mango and lemon. Chef Ajay Chopra shares the recipe for this one-of-a-kind beverage.

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Purab Paschim

Blend together mango pulp, black salt, sugar, Gondhoraj lemon juice, curd, some water and ice cubes. 

Add the zest of Gondhoraj lemon to this mixture and blend again.

Transfer in a tall glass, sprinkle the zest of Gondhoraj lemon and garnish with a slice of Gondhoraj lemon. 

Chef Ajay Chopra shares the recipe of Purab Paschim, a unique fusion beverage.

beverage Recipes

Lassi

Panakam Ginger & Lime Drink

Jodhpuri Pudina Jeera

Chingya Caldo

Tanka Torani

Purab Paschim