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May 19, 2018

GRAPE JUICE

by passion of cooking, in Lassi/Shake

An ideal summer drink which can be served as a refreshing drink and provides the immediate cooling effect.

INGREDIENTS:

Grapes - 1 kg
Sugar - 3/4 to 1 cup
Water - 7 to 8 cup
Ice cubes

METHOD:

1. In a large pan add grapes and water.

2. Get the grapes to boil for 5 mins or till grapes turn soft.

3. Mash the grapes slightly, and check if the grapes are cooked well.

4. Cool the mixture completely.

5. Squeeze the pulp with your hand, filter the mixture and extract the grape juice.

6. Transfer the extracted grape juice to the large vessel also add sugar and mix well.

7. Boil the syrup for 2 minutes and further turn off the flame.

8. Once cooled, transfer to the large glass jar and can store in the refrigerator.

9. To prepare the grape juice, take ice cubes in a glass add prepared grape juice.

10. Adjust the concentration by adding water if needed.

April 27, 2018

PEAR LASSI

by passion of cooking, in Lassi/Shake

Lassi is a popular traditional yogurt-based drink from the Indian subcontinent. Lassi is a blend of yogurt, water, spices and sometimes fruit. Lassis are enjoyed chilled as a hot-weather refreshment, mostly taken with lunch. With a little turmeric powder mixed in, it is also used as a folk remedy for gastroenteritis. This delicious take on the popular Indian yogurt drink mixes in fresh pear.

INGREDIENTS:

Green Pear - 1
Ginger - 1/2 inch Fresh mint sprigs + for garnishing - 3 Honey - 3 tbsp Yogurt - 2 cup Ice cubes as required

METHOD:

1. Deseed and roughly chop Pear and add to the blender.

2. Roughly chop ginger, add to blender jar along with mint sprigs and blend into a smooth mixture.

3. Add honey and blend. Add yogurt and few ice cubes and blend again.

4. Pour into individual glasses and serve chilled garnished with mint sprigs.

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