It’s Holi, you get up early to prank people, play with colours, dance and jump around. Tired and thirst quenched with what? Holi special right away! No Indian festival would be complete without the food and drink involved. And Holi comes with a big glass of chilled dai. In this article, we’ll show you how to make healthy dai at home for Holi!
This refreshing drink is made from a blend of nuts, spices and milk and is often sweetened with sugar or honey. Although tandai is delicious However, with a few easy substitutes, you can instantly make a healthier version at home that’s just as delicious. With Holi 2023 approaching, it’s time. Learn how to create a healthier version of your tandai.
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raw material:
* 1 cup low-fat milk
* 1/4 cup almonds
* 1/4 cup of cashew nuts
* 1/4 cup of pistachios
* 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
* 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
* 2 tablespoons cumin seeds
* 2 tablespoons of poppy seeds
* 2 tablespoons cardamom powder
* 2 tablespoons of rose water
* 1-2 tablespoons of honey
Recipe:
Step 1
Start by soaking the almonds. Soak cashews, pistachios, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds in water for at least 3-4 hours. This will soften the nuts and make them easier to blend.
Step 2
Drain the water and add the soaked nuts and seeds to a blender. Add 1/2 cup of water and blend until smooth.
Step 3
In a large bowl, put the nuts and ginkgo seeds. Followed by cumin seeds, poppy seeds, cardamom powder, rose water and honey. Mix well. You can add other types of healthy seeds. into your stairway
Step 4
Gradually add milk and stir to combine. If the mixture is too thick You can add a bit more milk or water to dilute it. Use a hand blender to achieve the perfect consistency, or juggle using two glasses.
Step 5
Place the tanai in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to combine.
Step 6
Served chilled Garnish with a few chopped nuts and a sprinkle of cardamom powder. You can also garnish with a few rose petals.
Health tips:
*To make it more healthy You can use almond milk or coconut milk instead of milk.
* Although honey is an excellent natural sweetener for dandai, However, you can use jaggery or stevia to reduce the sugar content. Remember that jaggery is a type of unrefined sugar and still adds calories to your tan.
*You can also experiment with spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, or even saffron. so that your Thandai has a unique flavor and mellow taste
*Instead of serving it right away with unhealthy snacks like fries and desserts. Opt for healthier options, such as fresh fruit, veggie bars, or roasted nuts.
So get ready to add a festive vibe to your drink list. And try this recipe and enjoy this Holi festival healthy and guilt-free!
