Thandai Masala is a delicious spice powder mix that is used to make a special cold drink Thandai, which is popular during Holi season.
It just takes simple ingredients and 5 minutes to prepare!
Once you have a jar of Thandai Masala at home, not only can you enjoy Thandai anytime, but use it in so many delicious recipes.
Holi marks the arrival of spring and is also celebrated to give thanks for a good harvest. Everyone dons their old clothes and gets together to play with colors and water. As with all festivals, Holi also has its share of quintessential food preparations.
Since Thandai is the most popular beverage for this celebration, I have for you Instant Thandai Masala Mix ( spice nut mix) to help you make this special drink in no time!
Recipes I use this Instant Thandai Masala Mix in
Why Make Thandai Masala At Home
Nowadays markets are flooded with bottled Thandai and instant mixes. As I have grown up drinking the real stuff, I tend to stay away from all of this.
Not only is the taste seriously compromised, but there are way too many preservatives, artificial flavorings, colors, and an unnecessary amount of sugar in them.
Why bother with all of that when you can grind all the nuts and spices in a grinder at home, and store it in a jar, all within 5 minutes?
Of course, you must have all the ingredients in hand, which also are so easily accessible!
How to make Instant Thandai Masala Mix
- Collect all the nuts & spices (detailed in the recipe card below).
- Place all the ingredients in a clean, dry coffee/ masala grinder.
- Grind to a fine powder.
- Store in an airtight jar and refrigerate.
Note - you can sieve the powder and grind the residue again for a finer powder. I skipped this step and left my mix a little chunky!
Blend a glass of milk, a couple of teaspoons of Thandai Masala Mix, some sugar, or any sweetener of your choice.
You may want to strain the blended milk if you like a smooth texture. If you don't mind the slight coarseness from almonds and poppy seeds, then there is no need to strain.
Enjoy a spiced, healthy cooling drink!
Half the joy of cooking is sharing it with others. That’s why I’m always eager to hear from you. So go right ahead & drop a comment or reach out on Instagram, Pinterest, YouTube, or Facebook. I hope you love this instant thandai masala mix as much as we do!
📖 Recipe
Instant Thandai Masala Mix
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Almonds
- 1/4 cup Pistachio
- 1/4 cup Cashewnuts
- 2 tbsp Poppy seeds
- 2 tbsp Melon seeds
- 2 tbsp Fennel seeds
- 10 pods Green cardamom, seeds only
- 2 tbsp Dried Rose Petals
- 1 tsp Black pepper
- 1/4 tsp Nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp Saffron
Instructions
- 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 and grind the residue again. I skipped this step and left my mix a little chunky.
- Store in air tight jar and refrigerate.
To make Thandai:
- Blend a glass of milk ( I used Almond Milk), some sugar or any sweetener of your choice ( I used jaggery powder), according to your taste and 2 tsp of this mix in your blender. Taste and adjust for sweetness. Chill and enjoy!
Kareena B says
Ive been using this recipe for 2 years now, never fails! Back again to make it for a family holi get together!!
Natasha Minocha says
Hi Kareena, I am so happy to hear that! Hope you and the family have a wonderful holi xx
Shimona Agarwal says
This is such a special drink, reminds me of happy childhood days. Thanks for the recipe!
Natasha Minocha says
Thanks so much, Shimona! Really appreciate it! xx
Megha says
This is a fantastic recipe ! I happened to have all the ingredients in stock and tried it this afternoon. Yummy ! My 5 year old enjoyed it too and it brought back childhood memories of Mom making fresh Thandai. Thanks 🙂
natashaminocha says
Oh thank you Megha!I'm so glad you tried this recipe out and liked it, especially your little one! xx