Recipe

Masala Boondi Raita

Creamy, Spiced & Refreshing

Some meals simply feel incomplete without a bowl of chilled raita. This masala boondi raita combines creamy yoghurt with savoury boondi, roasted cumin, a hint of red chilli, and fresh coriander.

Serve it with pulao, biryani, parathas, or a simple dal-and-rice meal. It is quick to prepare and brings a lovely contrast to spicy Indian dishes.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups plain yoghurt (curd)
  • 1/2 cup masala boondi
  • 1/2 teaspoon roasted cumin powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon red chilli powder
  • Black salt or regular salt, to taste
  • 2–4 tablespoons water, as needed
  • Fresh coriander or mint, chopped

Method

  1. Whisk the yoghurt until smooth.
  2. Add roasted cumin powder, red chilli powder, salt, and a little water if needed.
  3. Fold in the masala boondi. For a softer texture, allow it to rest for 5 minutes; for more crunch, add it just before serving.
  4. Garnish with coriander or mint.
  5. Chill briefly and serve alongside your favourite Indian meal.

Tips for Delicious Raita

  • Use fresh yoghurt for the best flavour.
  • Taste before adding salt because masala boondi may already be seasoned.
  • Add the boondi according to your preferred texture.

Serving idea: Sprinkle a little extra roasted cumin powder over the top just before serving.