How can lassi be stored and for how long?

How long does homemade lassi last in the fridge?

Lassi is a yogurt-based drink from the Indian subcontinent, made by blending yogurt with water and spices, with sweet, salted and fruit versions. Plan on 1 to 2 days. This is a cautious guideline, not an official limit: lassi is made from yogurt, water and sometimes milk or fruit, and each added ingredient shortens how long it stays good. Fruit lassi, such as mango, is likely to spoil sooner than plain lassi.

How should I store lassi?

• Pour it into a clean, covered jar or bottle.
• Refrigerate within 2 hours of making it, or within 1 hour if the air is above 90°F (32°C), following the USDA rule for perishable food.
• Keep the fridge at or below 40°F (4°C); a shelf is steadier than the door.
• Leave out the ice; add it when serving so the lassi is not diluted.
• Shake or stir before drinking, because it separates naturally.

How long does store-bought lassi last?

Unopened, until the date printed on the pack, stored as the label says (refrigerated, or at room temperature for long-life cartons). Once opened, follow the pack instructions. Many say to finish within a few days.

How can I tell if lassi has gone bad?

• A sharp, sour or yeasty smell that is stronger than normal tang.
• Fizzing, bulging container or bubbles.
• Mold, pink or gray spots, or slimy texture.
• Any doubt: throw it out.

Natural separation of water from the yogurt is normal and is not a spoilage sign by itself.

Can you freeze lassi?

You can, but the texture may turn grainy or separate after thawing (a common result with yogurt, not an official figure). Blend it again after thawing. It works well poured into ice cube trays and used to chill fresh lassi or in smoothies.

Can you leave lassi out overnight?

No. USDA food-safety advice is to discard perishable food left out more than 2 hours, or 1 hour above 90°F (32°C). A yogurt drink counts as perishable. Throw away lassi that has been left out longer.