Refreshing Mint Raita
Refreshing Mint Raita
Ingredients
For the Mint Raita
- 2 cups plain yogurt, full-fat or low-fat
- 1/2 cucumber, medium, peeled and grated
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
- 1/2 green chili, minced, seeds removed for less heat (optional)
- 1 teaspoon roasted ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste, can use black salt (kala namak)
- 2 tablespoons cold water, as needed, to adjust consistency
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the cucumber: Peel and grate the cucumber. Squeeze out any excess water using your hands or a clean kitchen towel to prevent the raita from becoming watery.
⏱️ 3 min
- 2
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk the plain yogurt until it is smooth and creamy, with no lumps.
⏱️ 1 min
- 3
Add the grated cucumber, finely chopped fresh mint leaves, minced green chili (if using), roasted ground cumin, and salt to the whisked yogurt. Stir gently to combine all ingredients.
⏱️ 2 min
- 4
Check the consistency of the raita. If it's too thick for your liking, add cold water one tablespoon at a time, stirring until you reach your desired consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning (salt, cumin) as needed.
⏱️ 2 min
- 5
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mint raita for at least 15 minutes before serving. Chilling allows the flavors to meld beautifully and ensures a refreshing experience.
⏱️ 2 min
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Refreshing Mint Raita
Ingredients
For the Mint Raita
- 2 cups plain yogurt, full-fat or low-fat
- 1/2 cucumber, medium, peeled and grated
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
- 1/2 green chili, minced, seeds removed for less heat (optional)
- 1 teaspoon roasted ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste, can use black salt (kala namak)
- 2 tablespoons cold water, as needed, to adjust consistency
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the cucumber: Peel and grate the cucumber. Squeeze out any excess water using your hands or a clean kitchen towel to prevent the raita from becoming watery.
⏱️ 3 min - 2
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk the plain yogurt until it is smooth and creamy, with no lumps.
⏱️ 1 min - 3
Add the grated cucumber, finely chopped fresh mint leaves, minced green chili (if using), roasted ground cumin, and salt to the whisked yogurt. Stir gently to combine all ingredients.
⏱️ 2 min - 4
Check the consistency of the raita. If it's too thick for your liking, add cold water one tablespoon at a time, stirring until you reach your desired consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning (salt, cumin) as needed.
⏱️ 2 min - 5
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mint raita for at least 15 minutes before serving. Chilling allows the flavors to meld beautifully and ensures a refreshing experience.
⏱️ 2 min