Indian Nut And Spice Drink Vegan Recipe

Inspired by Najmieh Batmanglij's "Silk Road Cooking," this creamy, warming vegan drink explodes with aromatic Indian spices and rich nuts. Perfect for a cozy evening or an exotic treat! This easy recipe is ready in under an hour.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 469.2 kcal
Protein 27g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Indian Nut And Spice Drink Vegan

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How to Make Indian Nut And Spice Drink Vegan

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon cardamom pods, 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves, 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Toast for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
  2. Grind the toasted spices in a spice grinder until finely powdered.
  3. In the same skillet, toast 1/2 cup chopped almonds and 1/4 cup chopped cashews for 1 minute, stirring frequently, until lightly browned.
  4. Transfer the toasted nuts to a food processor and grind until a smooth paste forms.
  5. In a blender, combine the ground spices, nut paste, 1 cup plant-based milk (almond, soy, or oat), 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or to taste), 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 cup water. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
  6. Pour into individual glasses filled with ice. Stir gently with a cinnamon stick. Garnish with fresh mint leaves or a few rose petals.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

60g

Fat

15g

Carbs

9g