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    10th November 2020 Global Recipes

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    Onion Raita

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    Onion Raita is an alternative to Cucumber Raita and is a side my mum makes all the time.  Made with Red Onions, Plain Yoghurt, a hint of Mint (Optional) and Salt. This recipe is highly adaptable and is the perfect cooling, accompaniment to a spicy meal.

    Onion raita in a bowl with a towel to back

    Onion Raita

    Raita is a very easy dip/side, that is almost a non recipe, recipe. It goes well with indian dishes like Chicken Handi or Lamb Karahi and even grilled meats. 

    This is one of those recipes that barely requires a written recipe. Most people can make it with their eyes closed.  

    My version of Onion Raita (or rather my mums) is made with red onion, plain yoghurt, salt and a little mint. 

    Raita

    Raita is highly adaptable. 

    Raita is also made with grated or chopped cucumber, it can also have tomato in it as well as peppers, aubergine, pineapple, corn.

    Herbs and Spices and Variations in Raita

    You can add Coriander, Chopped Green Chillies, Mint, Roasted Cumin Seeds or Ground Cumin, Chaat Masala, Ground Red Chilli Powder, Lime Juice, Lemon Juice, Garlic, Ginger, Sugar etc. (I found that really odd when I first tasted it but I like it now). They all add their own flavours, textures, aromas.

    How to make Onion Raita?

    This is such an easy recipe!

    The thickness of the yoghurt is up to you. I like to keep it creamy and a little thick. 

    You chop the onions and mix them in yoghurt, add salt, add any other add ins that you like - Mint, Coriander, Roast Cumin..Whatever you like. I keep it simple by adding very few chopped Mint leaves and Salt.

    Plain yoghurt, red onion and salt in bowl

    Mint leaves added to bowl

    Onions, Mint, yoghurt and salt being mixed in a bowl

    Onion raita in a bowl with a towel to back

    Serving Suggestions

    Raita is great served with:

    Chicken Akni, One Pot Chicken and Rice

    Keema Rice

    Chicken Pulao

    Chicken Hyderabadi

    Storage instructions for Onion Raita

    Raita keeps well in the fridge covered in a container with a lid, for up to a day. It will be more watery and you will have to stir it all together before serving.

    ** if you make this recipe, please comment/tag us. thankyou. xx.

    Onion raita in a bowl with a towel to back
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    Onion Raita

    Onion Raita is an alternative to Cucumber Raita and is a side my mum makes all the time.  Made with Red Onions, Plain Yoghurt, a hint of Mint (Optional) and Salt. This recipe is highly adaptable and is the perfect cooling, accompaniment to a spicy meal.

    Course Dip, Side
    Cuisine Indian
    Keyword Indian Dip, Onion Raita, Raita, Side Dish
    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Total Time 5 minutes
    Servings 4 as a dip/side
    Calories 24 kcal
    Author Safira

    Ingredients

    • 2 small Red Onions Diced
    • 200 g Plain Yoghurt
    • 6 Mint Leaves Chopped Finely
    • Salt

    Instructions

    1. Mix chopped Onions, yoghurt, salt and Mint in a bowl.

    Recipe Notes

    Plain Yoghurt - Adjust amount of yoghurt according to your taste. 

    Storage instructions - Raita keeps well in the fridge covered in a container with a lid, for up to a day. It will be more watery and you will have to stir it all together before serving.

    Variations - You can blend the mint or add mint paste, you can add coriander, roast cumin seeds, chaat masala, ground cumin, chopped green chillies, garlic, ginger, lemon juice, lime juice, a pinch of red chilli powder. You can add cucumbers, tomatoes and other veg of your choice too. 

    Nutrition Facts
    Onion Raita
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 24 Calories from Fat 9
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 1g2%
    Saturated Fat 1g6%
    Cholesterol 1mg0%
    Sodium 3mg0%
    Potassium 80mg2%
    Carbohydrates 5g2%
    Fiber 1g4%
    Sugar 2g2%
    Protein 1g2%
    Vitamin A 64IU1%
    Vitamin C 5mg6%
    Calcium 16mg2%
    Iron 1mg6%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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