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Savory Yogurt Cooler

(Coconut and Mint Lassi)Lassi is a refreshing yogurt drink that is very popular in its native India and Pakistan.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes about 9 cups.

Ingredients

4 cups well-stirred canned unsweetened coconut milk*
4 cups well-chilled plain yogurt
1/2 cup packed fresh mint leaves, washed well, spun dry, and sliced thin
1 cup unsweetened dessicated coconut**, toasted lightly
*available at Asian markets, specialty foods shops, and some supermarkets
**available at specialty foods shops and natural foods stores

Preparation

  1. In a bowl whisk together coconut milk, yogurt, and salt and pepper to taste and stir in mint and 3/4 cup coconut. Pour lassi into chilled glasses and sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup coconut.

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