Homemade Thandai Recipe

step 1

• STEP 1.In a blender add ¼ cup cashew nuts, ¼ cup pistachios, ¼ cup blanched almonds, 2 tbsp poppy seeds, 1 tbsp whole black pepper, 2 tsp cardamom powder, ½ tsp cinnamon powder, and ¼ cup milk. Blend till the mixture is ground to a smooth paste. Transfer to a bowl and keep aside. Add a little water to the blender to remove the residue. Keep it aside to add to the milk.

step 2

• STEP 1.In a pan, add 1-litre of milk, a few strands of saffron, and ¾ cup sugar. Turn heat to simmer and stir continuously till sugar dissolves.

step 3

• STEP 1.Once the sugar gets dissolved add the nut and spiced ground paste, and add the milk residue as well. Mix the paste well into the milk. This can be done by using a hand whisk or a hand blender.

step 4

• STEP 1.When the thandai is well blended allow it to cool completely and refrigerate till it gets chilled. It can be served hot or cold according to your preference.