In hindi we would call it Santare ka Raita, which is Orange Raita. This recipe reminds me of our neighbours back home, who hailed from Nagpur and never missed a season to visit the their home town and what a lovely gesture always gifted us with these succulent mandarins beautiful and delicious fruits, would say […]
Condiments
Grapes and Walnut Raita
Popularly known as Angoor aur Akhrot Raita in hindi. Raita are a classic condiment of Indian cuisine. l love to team up this bowl of goodness rich in omega 3 fatty acids, proteins, folic acid, besides vitamin B6 and minerals, full of textures and flavoursome is a versatile side of any Indian meal. Thick curd […]
Carrot Raita
This is popularly known as Gajar ka Raita in hindi. Raitas are cooling and are perfect as a side dish to a spicy Indian meal. They are also easy and quick to make and don’t require much preparation. Carrots are a good source of vitamin A and what’s better than mixing it with a cup […]
Coconut Chutney
I would say that this coconut chutney is versatile, besides being a classic accompaniment for South Indian staples like idli, dosa, uttapam and vada. Prepared using blended raw coconut and roasted chana with spices. The mustard seeds along with curry leaves are tempered in a little oil and then poured on the blended coconut mix. […]
Tomato Onion Chutney
It’s a super easy and yummy chutney which can be made all year round, as tomatoes and onion are readily available. This chutney is inspired from my delicious and healthy south Indian breakfast, during my college days spend at Manipal. I prefer to use ripe wine tomatoes and red onion with fresh Indian ginger, as […]
Pineapple Raita
Ready in few minutes, this pineapple raita is creamy, delicious and the perfect side dish for just about any meal! This pineapple raita, is full of flavours, earthy aroma of cumin with juicy bites of pineapple wrapped in yoghurt, salty, sweet and refreshing. I prefer to add black salt, as it imparts a salty flavour […]
Broccoli Raita
I must confess, I am not a broccoli lover but this raita, along with couple of other curries, which I recently tasted at a friend’s baby shower were just flavoursome and inviting. Finally I have started adding broccoli florets to my grocery basket, to explore and incorporate it more in my every day Indian meals. […]