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Kale Yogurt Raita


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  • Author: Chitra Agrawal
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A vibrant, flavorful raita perfect as a side or a healthy snack. Creamy yogurt meets sautéed kale for a unique taste.


Ingredients

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  • leaves from 4 stems chopped kale
  • 3 cups (710 ml) plain yogurt
  • 2 tsp oil
  • 1 clove minced garlic
  • 0.75 tsp roasted cumin powder
  • 0.25 tsp chili powder
  • salt
  • black pepper
  • lemon juice
  • cilantro

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a small pan under medium-high heat.
  2. When warm, add garlic and sauté for a few seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add chopped kale and cook for a few minutes, until wilted.
  4. Add salt and a good squeeze of lemon.
  5. Cool kale in the refrigerator or freezer.
  6. When the kale is cooled, mix in the yogurt well.
  7. Add cumin powder, chili powder, salt or black salt, and black pepper (if using) and mix well.
  8. Mix in cilantro to taste.
  9. Before serving, sprinkle additional cumin powder and chili powder on top and garnish with cilantro.

Notes

  • For a smoother raita, briefly blend the cooked kale before mixing with the yogurt.
  • To adjust the spice level, add more or less chili powder to your preference. Start with less and add more gradually.
  • Store leftover raita in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The flavors will meld beautifully.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Stir-Frying
  • Cuisine: Indian-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 5
  • Sodium: 200
  • Fat: 10
  • Saturated Fat: 5
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5
  • Carbohydrates: 25
  • Fiber: 5
  • Protein: 10
  • Cholesterol: 10