Raita

Raita is a popular Indian dish, typically made with yogurt, cucumber, and spices. The dish is thought to have originated in the north of India, and the word “raita” likely comes from the Sanskrit word “rājayakṣam,” meaning “milk curd.”

Raita recipes vary depending on region and family tradition, but the dish is typically made by mixing yogurt with chopped vegetables, such as cucumber, tomatoes, and onions. Spices, such as cumin, coriander, and black pepper, are often added to the mixture.

Raita is traditionally served as a side dish, but it can also be used as a condiment or dip. The dish is a popular choice during the hot summer months, as the yogurt helps to cool and refresh the body.

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Recipes

 

Cucumber Raita

4/5 - 402 votes

• salt
• greek yogurt
• cucumber
• thai chile
• garam masala
• cayenne pepper
• cilantro

 

Apple Raita

5/5 - 115 votes

• yogurt
• sesame oil
• ginger
• garlic
• serrano chile
• apple
• black mustard seed
• cumin seed
• salt

 

Yogurt Raita With Chile and Mint

5/5 - 54 votes

• red chile
• ginger
• vegetable oil
• yogurt
• black mustard seed
• cumin seed
• salt
• mint

 

Avocado Raita (Indian Guacamole)

4.1/5 - 49 votes

• yogurt
• lemon juice
• cumin powder
• green chili
• onion
• coriander
• red chili powder
• tomato
• avocado
• salt

 

Cucumber and Radish Raita

4/5 - 91 votes

• salt
• cumin seed
• coriander seed
• bird chily
• yogurt
• cilantro
• cucumber
• radish

 

Cucumber Raita

4/5 - 31 votes

• cucumber
• mint
• black pepper
• garam masala
• salt

 

Radish Raita

4.1/5 - 22 votes

• salt
• olive oil
• red radish
• yogurt
• lime juice
• serrano chile
• cilantro
• onion

 

Citrus-Ginger Raita With Spice Oil

4.3/5 - 6 votes

• salt
• olive oil
• ginger
• sugar
• coriander seed
• lemon zest
• orange zest
• turmeric
• kashmiri chile powder
• orange juice
• labneh
• lemon juice

 

Cucumber Raita with Black Mustard and Cilantro

5/5 - 3 votes

• kashmiri chili powder
• salt
• lemon juice
• sunflower
• brown mustard seed
• garlic
• cumin seed
• cilantro
• greek yogurt
• persian cucumber

 

Banana Raita

3/5 - 4 votes

• vanilla yogurt
• wedge lemon
• coconut
• banana

 

Cucumber Raita (Indian Yogurt Condiment) Recipe

No Rating - 0 votes

• cucumber
• yogurt
• sugar
• ginger
• thai green chile
• chaat masala
• cilantro
• kala namak note

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