Makhana Raita Recipe
Makhana Raita is a quick and healthy side dish usually made when you want something light but still filling. It is prepared by mixing roasted makhana with thick curd and few simple spice powders. This raita is a nice change from the regular onion or cucumber raita that we make often. It needs very less effort and gets ready fast.
Servings2
Ingredients
- 1 cup thick curd
- ½ cup phool makhana
- ½ teaspoon red chilli powder
- ¼ teaspoon roasted jeera powder
- ¼ teaspoon garam masala powder
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- salt to taste
- 2 teaspoon coriander leaves chopped finely
Instructions
- In a pan add the makhana and start roasting it. Roast it in low flame. If you want to verify if its done, just pop one or 2 in your mouth it should be crispy then its done else roast for some more time. Set aside.
- In a mixing bowl take curd. Whisk it well to make it smooth.
- Add salt, sugar along with red chilli powder, garam masala powder and jeera powder. Mix well with a spoon.
- Add half of makhana as such and half of it roughly broken. Mix well. Garnish with coriander leaves and serve. Enjoy Makhana Raita!
Notes
- Roasting makhana – I make sure to roast makhana in low flame. Try not to rush this step as slow roasting makes them crispy inside.
- Using thick curd – Always use thick and fresh curd. If curd is too sour, raita taste will not be good.
- Adding makhana – I serve immediately after adding makhana. If you add early, it will turn soft and lose crunch.
- Balancing flavors – I usually taste and adjust salt and sugar at the end. Try not to add too much spice as curd should be main flavor.
- Breaking – I just roughly break half of the makhana before adding. This helps in better texture and absorbs flavor nicely.
Nutrition Facts
Makhana Raita Recipe
Amount Per Serving (75 g)
Calories 113
Calories from Fat 36
% Daily Value*
Fat 4g6%
Saturated Fat 3g19%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Monounsaturated Fat 1g
Cholesterol 16mg5%
Sodium 65mg3%
Potassium 314mg9%
Carbohydrates 13g4%
Fiber 0.3g1%
Sugar 8g9%
Protein 6g12%
Vitamin A 283IU6%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 165mg17%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Tried this recipe?Mention @sharmispassions or tag #sharmispassions
Like our video?Subscribe to our youtube channel to get latest updates!