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Boondi raita with dried mint
Cool, creamy. Ready for the table.
Golden boondi softens into cool, creamy yogurt. Crushed dried mint and cumin give this simple side its savory finish.
Images are AI-generated serving illustrations; actual portions and results may vary.
GET EVERYTHING READY
Everything you’ll need.
For 4 servings. Tap each ingredient as you get it ready.
Use the written amounts, not the portions shown in the illustrations. US volume and weight equivalents are approximate.
What equipment do I need?
Mixing bowl, whisk and sieve.
The recipe at a glance.
See the sequence, then follow the full instructions below.
FOLLOW ALONG
4 simple steps.
One delicious result.
Illustrative preparation stage 1 Smooth the yogurt
No heat
Have ready1½ cups / 360 g yogurt · ¼ cup / 60 ml cold water
- Whisk yogurt with cold water until smooth.
Illustrative preparation stage 2 Season
Refrigerate
Have ready1 tsp dried mint · ¼ tsp ground cumin · ⅛ tsp salt
- Stir in crushed dried mint, cumin and salt.
- Let stand for 5 minutes in the refrigerator.
Why this step matters
A short rest softens dried mint and lets its flavor spread through the yogurt.
SPICE MAGICDried Mint LeavesView this spice →Next: Add the boondi ↓Illustrative preparation stage 3 Add the boondi
Warm water for soaking only
Have ready½ cup / about 40 g boondi
- For softer boondi, soak in warm water for 2 minutes, drain well and gently squeeze out excess water.
- Fold into yogurt.
- For crunch, add unsoaked boondi just before serving.
Illustrative preparation stage 4 Serve cool
Keep refrigerated
Have readyA splash of water or a little salt only if needed
- Taste and adjust salt.
- Add a little water if too thick.
- Keep refrigerated until serving.
AT THE TABLE
A few good things alongside.
AI-generated serving suggestions. Side dishes are separate from the recipe quantities.
A few things worth knowing.
Ingredients and allergens
Contains milk. Boondi may contain wheat or other allergens; check its label.
Kitchen tip 2
Timings exclude optional longer chilling. Refrigerate promptly; do not leave yogurt dishes sitting out.
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