Lassi is a traditional drink that has its origin in the Indian region of Punjab. It has been consumed in India and Pakistan for centuries and is a popular soft drink there, especially in the hot summer months.

Traditionally, Lassi became fresh Yogurt, water and spices such as cumin and cardamom prepared. It was often served as a cooling drink after a meal or as a refreshment on hot days. In the course of time, numerous variants of the Lassis, including sweet Lassi, salted Lassi and fruit decline, were created like Mango Lassi.

All common is that they rich in probiotic bacteria are. These are useful microorganisms that can support intestinal health and the immune system. For example, they can be found in freshly fermented foods such as yogurt.

Today we explain why probiotic bacteria are important and how you can integrate them into your homemade Lassi.

What are probiotic bacteria and why are they important for our body?

Lobiotic bacteria, often referred to as "good bacteria", are living microorganisms that can offer health benefits for the intestine. You can help maintain the balance of the intestinal flora and to support digestion and immune system. Probiotics are a booster for your well -being and can develop various health benefits, including for:

• The digestion
• The immune function
• Inflammation
• The nutrient absorption
• The intestinal microbioma

Why it is worth doing Lassi yourself!

Homemade Lassi Add a wealth of you probiotic bacteria And gives you control over the ingredients. Did you know, for example, that Lassi from the supermarket often contains 10 pieces of cubes per 250 ml? By the way, also Bio Lassi. You can do that better yourself! In addition, we often bought Lassi to make it durable. As a result, valuable probiotic bacteria are lost.

Vegetable milk as an ideal basis

Some types of vegetables, such as almond, coconut or oat milk, often make homemade yoghurt remain quite fluid if you do not add any thickening agents. What is undesirable in yogurt is not a problem with Lassi. If you prefer to want your Lassi a little firmer, we recommend using soy milk.

Here is a step-by-step instructions on how you can simply do delicious and probiotic-rich Lassi yourself.

Mango Lassi

Preparation time: 15 minutes
Fermentation time: 10 hours

Ingredients:

• 1 liter of herbal milk (e.g. soy, almond, or coconut milk)
• 5 measuring spoon Millivital yogurt starter
• 1 mature mango (peeled and cut into pieces) or 1 cup of mango puree
• 1-2 tablespoon of maple syrup (according to taste)
• ½ teaspoon of ground cardamom
• A pinch of salt
• Ice cubes (optional)

Preparation yogurt:

1. Heat the milk to approx. 90 ° (just before cooking) to sterilize it and let it cool down to less than 40 ° C.
   Tip: If you do not have a kitchen thermometer, the milk prefers to cool down for longer, as the bacterial strains die at temperatures above 40 ° C and the yogurt does not become tight.
2. Add the Millivital yogurt starter and stir well.
3. Transfer to the container/ glasses of a heated yogurt guide and ferment for 10 hours or after specifying the manufacturer of the yoghurt rider. If possible, do not move the device during this time. For example, devices from Severin or Rommelsbacher, because you can set pre -defined programs with them, for example for vegan yogurt.
4. Cool in the fridge for about 2 hours.

Preparation Lassi:

1. Prepare mango:
   If you use fresh mango, peel it, remove the core and cut it into pieces. Alternatively, you can also use mango puree from the glass.
2. Mix:
   Put the mango pieces or the mango puree in a mixer. Add ahorn syrup, ground cardamom and a pinch of salt.
3. Puree:
   Mix everything on a high level until a smooth and creamy consistency is reached. If you like your Lassi colder and refreshing, you can also add a few ice cubes and mix again briefly.
4. Serve:
   Pour the Lassi into glasses and serve it immediately. You can garnish the Lassi with a pinch of cardamom or some chopped pistachios.

Variants

Depending on the season, there are many other fruits as an option. In summer are Strawberries or raspberries (two handful of 1 liter plant milk) a great alternative. Or classics like Banana (1 banana each 1 liter of plant milk), they always go.

And it can also be varied with spices. Vanilla and cinnamon fit particularly well, and ginger and lemon peel are also popular additions. Try it
Simply out.

Lassi is worth it in multiple
Obvious!

The production of your own vegan lassis probiotic bacteria Not only supports your intestine, but also enables you to enjoy a delicious and refreshing drink. Regardless of whether you are new to Lassi production or an experienced professional, homemade Lassi is a valuable asset to your diet.

 Have fun trying it out!

- Kind regards and see you soon -

Your Millivital team