How is this instant Thandai mix made?

All the ingredients, including almonds, pistachios, cashews, and poppy seeds, are placed in a clean, dry coffee or masala grinder and processed into a fine powder.

What nuts and seeds are used in this Thandai mix?

This instant Thandai mix is primarily made with almonds, pistachios, cashew nuts, and poppy seeds.

How do I prepare a drink using this Thandai powder?

To make a drink, blend a glass of your preferred plant-based milk with 2 teaspoons of the Thandai mix and a sweetener of your choice, then chill and enjoy.

How should I store the instant Thandai powder?

The prepared Thandai powder should be stored in an airtight jar and refrigerated to maintain its freshness and flavor.

Can I adjust the texture of the Thandai mix?

Yes, after grinding, you can sieve the powder for a very fine texture, or you can skip sieving and leave it a little chunky, as suggested in the recipe.

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Thandai: Instant Masala Milk
[Vegan, Gluten-Free]

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A glass of creamy, light brown Thandai instant masala milk, garnished with chopped nuts, served chilled.

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Ingredients You Need for Thandai: Instant Masala Milk [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

1/4 cup almonds
1/4 cup pistachio
1/4 cup cashew nuts
2 tablespoons poppy seeds
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2 tablespoons fennel seeds
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2 tablespoons dried rose petals
1 teaspoon black pepper
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How to Prepare Thandai: Instant Masala Milk [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

Place all the ingredients in a clean, dry coffee/ masala grinder.
Grind to a fine powder. At this stage, you can sieve the powder and grind the residue again. I skipped this step and left my mix a little chunky.
Store in air tight jar and refrigerate.
Blend a glass of milk, some sugar or any sweetener of your choice, according to your taste and 2 teaspoons of this mix in your blender. Taste and adjust for sweetness. Chill and enjoy!