Description
A refreshing Mooli Raita featuring grated radish stir-fried with onions and spices, mixed into creamy yogurt for a crunchy, flavorful side dish.
Ingredients
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- 1 medium Mooli/Radish, peeled and grated (about 2 packed cups)
- 1 small Onion, finely chopped
- 1-2 Green chillies, finely chopped
- 2-3 cups (480-720 ml) Yogurt, whisked or beaten
- 1-2 tbsp Coriander Leaves, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) Oil
- 1 tsp Mustard Seeds
- 1/2 tsp Cumin Seeds
- 1/4 tsp Hing (Asafoetida)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan over medium heat. Add 1 tsp mustard seeds and let them pop.
- Add 1/2 tsp cumin seeds and 1/4 tsp hing (asafoetida), stirring for a few seconds until aromatic.
- Add the finely chopped green chillies and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they become soft and translucent.
- Add the grated radish and stir fry for another 2-3 minutes until the raw smell disappears.
- Remove from heat and let it cool completely.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled radish mixture with 2-3 cups of whisked yogurt.
- Add salt to taste and mix well.
- Garnish with finely chopped coriander leaves before serving.
Notes
- This raita pairs well with spicy Indian curries and rice dishes.
- You can substitute radish with other vegetables like cucumber or carrot.
- Store in the refrigerator and consume within a day for best freshness.
- Adjust the number of green chillies based on your spice preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 10