Lucknawi Biryani Raita
Veg
Plain whisked curd lightly seasoned with roasted cumin and rock salt — the simple, cooling companion served alongside dum biryani to balance its richness.
Cuisines
Awadhi
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
Recipe
Prep: 15 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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1 cup | Yogurt , plain |
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1 medium | Cucumber , finely chopped |
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1 medium | Tomato , chopped |
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1 small | Onion , thinly sliced |
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1 tablespoon | Mint , fresh leaves |
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1 tablespoon | Cilantro , chopped |
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1 teaspoon | Cumin , roasted, powder |
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0.5 teaspoon | Black salt |
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0.5 teaspoon | Red chili powder |
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— | Salt , to taste |
Instructions
- 1 Peel and finely chop the cucumber.
- 2 Finely chop the tomato and onion.
- 3 Chop the fresh mint leaves and coriander leaves.
- 4 In a mixing bowl, whisk the yogurt until smooth.
- 5 Add the chopped cucumber, tomato, and onion to the yogurt.
- 6 Mix in the chopped mint and coriander leaves.
- 7 Add roasted cumin powder, black salt, red chili powder, and salt to taste.
- 8 Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- 9 Chill the raita in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving.
Tips
For a richer flavor, you can add a pinch of chaat masala to the raita.