Raita (Veg dip)

RAITA | VEG DIP

Raita is an Indian side dish of yogurt or curd containing chopped cucumber or other vegetables, and spices.

Raita has a cooling effect in contrast with spicy curries and kebabs that are the main fare of some Asian cuisines. In Indian cuisine, some type of flat bread (chapati) and Biryanis are combined with raita, chutneys and pickles.
I always prefer adding Raita to either lunch or dinner as a bowl of protein.

INGREDIENTS FOR 4 SERVINGS:
• 2 1/2 cups fresh whipped curd.
1/2 onion chopped
1 small tomato chopped.
1/2 cucumber chopped
1 green chilly
Salt to taste
1/4 teaspoon roasted cumin seed powder
1/4 teaspoon is dried mint powder
1/4 teaspoon sugar
Coriander for garnish
Mix all ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
Delicious raita is ready to be served as a side or can be served with Aloo paratha, and Biryanis.

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