The raita is a simple recipe with many variations and can become spicy,plain, sweet or savory.

Curd is the main ingredient here,traditionally curd to mix-ins ratio is 2:1,so if we are using 2 cups curd,we will add a cup of mix-ins which can include mixed vegetables, boondi, fruits (like pineapple,pomegranate) or mint.

Most common spices used in any raita is roasted jeera powder and chat masala.

Raita has many variations and you can add absolutely anything to it.Posting some of the variation in my blog….

Ingredients:

2 cup Curds diluted with 1 cup water.

1 cup  Finely chopped Onion,Tomato,Cucumber.

1/2 tsp finely chopped Green Chillies.

1 tbsp Coriander Leaves finely chopped.

1/2 tsp Sugar.

1/4 tsp roasted Jeera Powder.

Pinch of Black Pepper Powder.

1/8 tsp Chat masala.

Method:

In a bowl mix together curds,salt,sugar,pepper powder,chat masala,chopped green chillies  and roasted jeera powder.

Whisk till smooth,add chopped vegetables and mix well.

Remove in a serving bowl and top with chopped corriander leaves.

Serve chilled with Biryani or Pulao of your choice.

Happy Cooking !!!

Sameera.