Boondi Raita
Cool, creamy, and bursting with flavor, Boondi Raita is the perfect side dish to elevate your Indian meals. This quick and easy recipe combines silky-smooth yogurt whisked with fragrant spices like roasted cumin, chaat masala, and chili powder for a tantalizing balance of heat and tang. Softened, crispy boondi (fried gram flour pearls) adds a delightful textural contrast, while fresh coriander and mint bring a refreshing herbal touch. A dash of sugar enhances the flavor harmony, making this raita a versatile accompaniment to biryanis, parathas, or grilled dishes. Ready in just 15 minutes, this vegetarian, gluten-free delight is a must-have addition to your mealtime repertoire. Keep it chilled for the ultimate creamy, cooling experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Plain yogurt (curd)
- 100 milliliters Water
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Roasted cumin powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Chaat masala
- 0.5 teaspoon Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander leaves, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Mint leaves, chopped
- 100 grams Boondi
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, add 500 grams of plain yogurt and 100 milliliters of water. Whisk until smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps.
Add 1 teaspoon of salt, 0.5 teaspoon of roasted cumin powder, 0.25 teaspoon of chili powder, 0.5 teaspoon of chaat masala, and 0.5 teaspoon of sugar to the yogurt. Stir until well combined.
Fold in 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh coriander leaves and 1 tablespoon of chopped mint leaves into the mixture.
Let the boondi soak in fresh water for about 2-3 minutes to soften slightly. Drain the boondi using a sieve and press gently to remove excess water.
Add the 100 grams of drained boondi to the spiced yogurt mixture and mix gently until the boondi is evenly distributed.
Chill the raita in the refrigerator for about 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the Boondi Raita chilled, garnished with a sprinkle of roasted cumin powder and additional coriander leaves if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
877 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.8 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.4 g | 77% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 63 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 3055 mg | 133% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 88.0 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.4 g | ||
| Protein | 27.9 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 686 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 1036 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
