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Thandai powder for Holi and Shivratri to make Indian sweets, desserts, and milk-based drinks.
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Thandai Powder | Instant Thandai Masala

Thandai Powder is a unique blend of aromatic Indian spices, nuts, rose, and saffron. It is used to make milk-based drinks during Holi and Shivratri or to flavor any Western or Indian dessert.
Prep Time5 minutes
Course: Dessert, Drinks, sweets
Cuisine: Indian
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Servings: 1 cup
Calories: 445kcal
Author: Kushi

Equipment

  • Mixie or Blender

Ingredients

  • 15 to 18 Almonds or Badam
  • 15 to 18 Cashews
  • 12 to 15 Green Cardamom pods Elaichi
  • 15 Black peppercorns Kali mirch (½ tsp)
  • 1 tablespoon Fennel seeds Saunf
  • 1 tablespoon Poppy seeds Khas Khas
  • 1 ½ to 2 tablespoon Watermelon seeds Magaz
  • 1 to 2 tablespoon Dried rose petals
  • teaspoon Saffron strands Kesar

Instructions

  • Add all the ingredients to your mixie jar or blender to make the powder.
    15 to 18 Almonds or Badam, 15 to 18 Cashews, 12 to 15 Green Cardamom pods, 15 Black peppercorns, 1 tablespoon Fennel seeds, 1 tablespoon Poppy seeds, 1 ½ to 2 tablespoon Watermelon seeds, 1 to 2 tablespoon Dried rose petals, ⅛ teaspoon Saffron strands
  • Blend or grind till you get a smooth powder. Do not over-grind or add any water, as the nuts may release oil and may turn into a paste.
  • Store in an airtight container and refrigerate until you are ready to use. You can store it for up to 45 days.

Notes

  • Adjust the ingredients to taste.
  • If you do not like it spicy, reduce the peppercorns.
  • If making it in summer, add fennel (saunf) for its cooling effects.

Nutrition

Calories: 445kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 10g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Sodium: 16mg | Potassium: 810mg | Fiber: 15g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 24IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 360mg | Iron: 8mg