Easy Zeera Raita Recipe | Summer Cooling Dish

Zeera raita is a light yogurt dish infused with roasted cumin, perfect for adding a cooling touch to meals.

Zeera raita is a simple, refreshing dish made by mixing yogurt with roasted cumin seeds and mild seasonings. It's often enjoyed as a side to balance spicy foods and improve digestion.

Step-by-Step Instructions

• Roast cumin seeds and crush them.
• Whisk yogurt until smooth.
• Add cumin, salt, and mix well.
• Chill and serve with a sprinkle of herbs.

FAQ'S

1. Main ingredients?
Yogurt and roasted cumin.

2. Hot or cold?
Always served cold.

3. Shelf life?
Up to 2 days in the fridge.

4. What to serve with?
Goes well with rice or spicy dishes.

5. Can I use cumin powder?
Yes, but roasting whole seeds is better.

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Printable recipe

Zeera raita is a light yogurt dish infused with roasted cumin, perfect for adding a cooling touch to meals.

Ingredients

• 1 cup plain curd (yogurt)
• 1 teaspoon whole cumin seeds
• Salt as needed
• A splash of water (optional, for thinning)
• A few fresh mint or coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions

Roast and crush cumin seeds, then mix them into smooth yogurt with a pinch of salt. Chill the mixture, garnish with herbs, and serve cold.

Tips

Roast cumin seeds to enhance flavor, use fresh yogurt for creaminess, and serve the raita chilled. Adding a pinch of salt and fresh herbs makes it even better.

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