Indian nutty milk shake (thandai) recipe

Recipe for indian nutty milk shake (thandai) in our easy ethnic recipes collection. This beverage helps indians cool down after participating in the festivities during Holi and Diwali.

Recipe ingredients

• 1/4 teaspoon anise seeds (*)
• 2 to 3 peppercorns
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1 stick cinnamon
• 1/4 cup cashews
• 1/4 cup almonds
• 1/4 cup pistachios
• 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
• 1 quart milk
• 1/2 cup sugar or honey, plus extra to taste

(*) Anise is the strong-tasting spice used to flavor black licorice. It's available in the spice section of most supermarkets.

How to make indian nutty milk shake (thandai)

• Use an electric food processor to grind anise seeds, peppercorns, cardamom, and cinnamon.
• Add the nuts and poppy seeds. Process until the ingredients form a smooth paste. You may need to transfer the mixture to a bowl and use the back of a large wooden spoon to break down any remaining lumps.
• In a saucepan, heat milk and sugar over low heat until sugar dissolves.
• Add the ground spice-nuts mixture to the milk and stir well. Heat for 3 to 4 minutes.
• Remove from heat and let liquid cool at room temperature, allowing it to steep and soften the nuts.
• Refrigerate until chilled, at least one hour. Before serving, check liquid for sweetness and adjust as necessary with more honey or sugar. Stir well or whip in a blender and serve cold.

Preparation time: 15 minutes
Refrigeration time: 1 hour
Serves 4 to 6

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