We’ve all been there one-too-many times – a great night, followed by a groggy, puffy and very…well, rounded morning. Still in the thick of festivities, if you’re hoping to snugly jiggle into your glittering fit for the evening, Harvard-trained doctor, Dr. Saurabh Sethi has just the brekky options for you.
Unsweetened matcha latte
Ingredients: matcha powder (ceremonial grade preferred) – 1tsp, hot water – 1/3 cup, almond or oat milk – 1/2 cup
Method: Add the matcha powder to a small, flat-bottomed bowl and swirl with the matcha whisk to avoid clumping. Pour in the hot water and gently whisk in a W-shape to foam while your milk warms. Use a frother to foam the warmed almond or oat milk. Pour the matcha concoction into your cup followed by the milk.
A teaspoon of agave goes great with this though Dr. Sethi recommends having this unsweetened.
(recipe from Two Spoons)
Want something a little more filling? Look no further than option 2.
Berry-almond milk smoothie
Ingredients: Frozen raspberries – 3/4 cup, frozen blueberries – 1/2 cup, almond milk – 3/4 cup, Greek yoghurt – 2tbsps
Method: Simply blend all ingredients till thick and smooth and serve immediately.
(recipe from Fresh Apron)
Want a slightly desi kick? A tall glass of creamy, unsweetened lassi also works great!
Lassi
Ingredients: Fresh curd – 2 cups, cold water/milk – 1 cup, cardamom powder – 1tsp, saffron strands – 10 to 12, ice cubes – 6 to 8, chopped nuts – 1 to 2tbsps
Method: Simply whisk the curd by hand or machine until it becomes smooth. Then go in with the milk or water and ice cubes and repeat the process till a frothy layer forms atop. Add the spicing and nuts as per taste and enjoy.