Raita With Lots of Spices Recipe

Name: Raita With Lots of Spices
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups yogurt, thinned with; ½ cup water; 2 tablespoons oil; 1 teaspoon split white Urad Dal; 1 teaspoon black mustard seeds; 1 teaspoon channa dal; ½ teaspoon cumin seed; 1 dried red chili, broken into 3-4 pieces; ⅛ teaspoon hing; 8 curry leaves; vegetables, as desired (see above description); salt; chopped fresh cilantro

Servings: persons

2 cups yogurt, thinned with
½ cup water
2 tablespoons oil
1 teaspoon split white Urad Dal
1 teaspoon black mustard seeds
1 teaspoon channa dal
½ teaspoon cumin seed
1 dried red chili, broken into 3-4 pieces
⅛ teaspoon hing
8 curry leaves
vegetables, as desired (see above description)
salt
chopped fresh cilantro

1
In a serving bowl put the yogurt and water and stir until smooth.
2
In a small saucepan put the oil, urad dal, mustard seeds, chana dal, cumin seeds and dried red chili pieces.
3
Heat over high heat until the mustard seeds have started popping and the dals are light brown.
4
Remove from heat and quickly stir in the hing and curry leaves.
5
Add the spices to the yogurt and stir until well mixed.
6
Stir in your desired vegetables, salt and cilantro.
7
Let flavors marry in the fridge until serving time.
8
This will also allow time for the dals to soften up a bit.
9
If you are making this with boondi, add the boondi right before serving so that it will be crisp.

140

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups yogurt, thinned with, ½ cup water, 2 tablespoons oil, 1 teaspoon split white Urad Dal, and more.

Yes, Raita With Lots of Spices falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Raita With Lots of Spices

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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