Lassi
Lassi (.mw-parser-output .IPA-label-small{font-size:85%}.mw-parser-output .references .IPA-label-small,.mw-parser-output .infobox .IPA-label-small,.mw-parser-output .navbox .IPA-label-small{font-size:100%}pronounced [ləsːi]) is a yogurt–based beverage with a smoothie-like consistency.[1][2] The word 'lassi' means yogurt mixed with water in Punjabi and Hindi-Urdu.[1][3]
Lassi is prepared by blending yogurt, water, and spices. In Punjab where the drink originated,[4] the yogurt is traditionally made from water buffalo milk.[5] Variations of lassi exist, such as by adding salt, cumin or cardamom.[4] Lassi is traditionally served in a clay cup known as kulhar.[4] In the 21st century, lassi is commonly consumed in many world regions.[4]
Namkin or namkeen (salty) lassi is made by adding salt, black pepper, cumin, and sugar to the yogurt-water mixture.[1][6]
Lassi masalewal (spicy lassi) is made by adding ingredients such as almonds, ginger, green chilies, and pistachios to namkin lassi.[1]
Meethi (sweet) lassi is made by adding cardamom, rosewater, and saffron to the yogurt-water mixture.[1][7]
Bhang lassi is a cannabis-infused drink that contains bhang, a liquid derivative of cannabis, which has effects similar to other eaten forms of cannabis.[8] It is legal in many parts of India and mainly sold during Holi, when pakoras containing bhang are also sometimes eaten. Uttar Pradesh is known to have licensed bhang shops, and in many places, one can buy bhang products and drink bhang lassis.[9]
Fruits such as mangos and strawberries may be added to the yogurt-water mixture to yield, for example, mango lassi and strawberry lassi.[1][7]