Lassi is one of India’s most loved traditional beverages — refreshing, nourishing, and naturally probiotic. This Sorghum Jeera / Sweet Lassi recipe elevates the classic drink by using germinated sorghum (jowar), making it richer in nutrients and easier to digest.

Prepared through natural fermentation and served chilled, this lassi supports gut health, hydration, and sustained energy. You can enjoy it either as a savory jeera lassi or a mildly sweet lassi, depending on your preference.

Why Use Germinated Sorghum in Lassi?

• Improves mineral absorption

• Enhances digestibility

• Naturally gluten-free

• Supports gut-friendly fermentation

• Ideal for functional health drinks

Germination activates enzymes in sorghum, making it perfect for fermented beverages.

Ingredients Required

• Sorghum grains – 50 g

• Milk – 100 ml

• Curd – 2 ml (starter culture)

• Sugar – as desired (for sweet lassi)

• Cumin powder – as required (for jeera lassi)

• Salt – as desired

Preparation Method: Sorghum Jeera / Sweet Lassi

A. Preparing Germinated Sorghum Powder

1. Soak sorghum grains overnight. Wash thoroughly the next day.
2. Transfer the grains to a damp cloth. Tie loosely and keep at room temperature.
3. After 2 days, remove the sprouted grains and sun-dry them for 2 more days.
4. Once completely dry, grind into a fine powder.
5. Dry roast the germinated sorghum powder for 5 minutes on medium flame until the raw aroma disappears. Keep aside.

B. Preparing the Base

1. Boil milk in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium flame.
2. Add 5 g of germinated sorghum powder and cook for 10 minutes, stirring continuously.
3. Remove from flame and allow it to cool slightly.
4. Add curd culture to the mixture, mix well, and allow it to ferment overnight to form curd.
5. Refrigerate the curd once set.

C. Making the Lassi

Sorghum Jeera Lassi

• Add cumin powder and salt to the fermented mixture.

• Stir continuously for 5–10 minutes to avoid lumps.

• Strain, chill, and serve cold.

Sorghum Sweet Lassi

• Add sugar to the fermented mixture.

• Stir continuously for 5–10 minutes until smooth.

• Chill and serve.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve well chilled

• Ideal summer cooler

• Enjoy post-meal for digestion

Perfect For

• Summer hydration
  
• Gut health & digestion
  
• Probiotic-rich diets
  
• Millet-based beverages
  
• Traditional functional foods

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