Boondi Raita Recipe
Boondi Raita is a simple and refreshing Indian side dish made by mixing crispy gram flour boondi with chilled yogurt and mild spices. It is perfect for balancing the heat of spicy curries, adding a creamy, flavorful touch to any meal.
Equipment
- 1 Whisk
- 1 Mixing bowl
- 2 Measuring cups and spoons
- 2 Serving bowl
Ingredients
- 1 cup yogurt curd
- ½ cup boondi
- ½ tsp roasted cumin powder
- ¼ tsp black salt
- ½ tsp sugar
- 1 tbsp fresh coriander leaves chopped
- 1 small green chili finely chopped (optional)
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Whisk the yogurt until smooth and creamy.
- Add roasted cumin powder, black salt, sugar, and finely chopped green chili (if using) to the yogurt and mix well.
- Gently fold in the crispy boondi so it is evenly coated but does not become soggy.
- Add water or milk one tablespoon at a time to reach your desired consistency.
- Sprinkle chopped coriander leaves on top of raita and mix gently.
- Refrigerate the raita for 10–15 minutes to chill and let the flavors meld.
- Serve chilled with biryani, pulao, curries, or Indian breads like roti and paratha.
Notes
- Add boondi just before serving to keep the raita fresh and crispy.
- You can garnish raita with pomegranate seeds or a pinch of chaat masala for extra flavor.
- Adjust spice level with green chili or red chili flakes according to taste.