Smooth Pudina Raita (Mint Raita), loved for its creamy texture, is a dip that complements a wide range of Pakistani recipes. Its simple preparation adds to its charm, making it both easy and enjoyable to make.
WHAT IS PUDINA RAITA?
The velvety Smooth Pudina Raita(Mint Raita) is a beloved condiment and dip with origins in both North India and Pakistan. This popular Pakistani recipe is especially in demand during the summer months. This dip is a perfect beat-the-heat recipe, much like Sweet Lassi or Cucumber Raita.
Mint Raita stands out for its unique blend of seasonings, featuring uncommon ingredients like black salt. Its preparation showcases a distinct and exceptional technique, making it a Pakistani favorite.
WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF PUDINA RAITA?
This dip is one of Pakistani dip recipe, renowned for its refreshing qualities, thanks to the perfect blend of mint and yogurt. Its cooling nature makes it especially valuable during the hot summer months, and it is completely free of spiciness just like Biryani Raita.
DIFFERENT VARIATION OF THIS RAITA
Pudina Raita is a versatile base for creativity—add tomatoes, radishes, green peppers, or herbs like basil to elevate its flavor and sophistication.
INGREDIENTS
- Yogurt- Feel free to utilize your preferred variety of plain yogurt for this preparation.
- Mint- Ensure that you exclude the mint stems and focus solely on the leaves. Be meticulous in plucking off all the required leaves.
- Black salt- This raita features an exceptionally distinctive ingredient.
- Chaat masala- Incorporate chaat masala into this recipe to introduce an additional layer of nuanced tanginess.
HOW TO PREPARE PUDINA RAITA(MINT RAITA)?
Add mint mixture in with yogurt in a bowl.
Add chaat masala and other seasonings.
Mix well!
HOW TO STORE THIS RAITA?
To keep Pudina Raita fresh, store it in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Freezing is not recommended, as thawing causes the texture to become watery, losing its creamy consistency. This is based on firsthand experience, highlighting the importance of proper storage.
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Smooth Pudina Raita(Mint Raita)
Ingredients
- 2 cup yogurt
- ½ bunch mint leaves
- 2 tbsp water
- ⅙ tsp kosher salt
- ⅛ tsp black salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp chaat masala
Instructions
- Add 2 cups of yogurt in a bowl.
- Pour 2 tbsp from the 2 cups of yogurt in a blender.
- Now add mint leaves in the blender.
- Pulse 2 tbsp of yogurt and mint leaves in a blender (don't pulse too much, we need to finely chop mint leaves).
- Now add this mint mixture with the yogurt that's in the bowl.
- Add chaat masala, water, salt, black salt, and black pepper.
- Now mix it.
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