Lauki Raita (Indian Bottle Gourd Yogurt)
Quick answer
- Total time
- 20 min
- Level
- Easy
- Servings
- 2 servings
- Ingredients
- 7
About this dish
A refreshing Indian side dish made by mixing boiled grated bottle gourd with yogurt and roasted ground spices.
Instructions
Read the steps as a cooking flow: prep, heat, seasoning, doneness control, and finish.
- 1Step
Peel the bottle gourd and grate it coarsely using a grater.
- 2Heat
Bring water to a boil in a pot, add the grated gourd, and boil for 3-4 minutes until soft.
- 3Heat
Drain the boiled gourd, rinse in cold water, and gently squeeze out the water using a spoon.
- 4Season
Whisk the plain yogurt in a bowl until smooth, then stir in the cooked gourd, cumin powder, and black salt.
- 5Finish
Garnish with chopped mint, coriander, and a pinch of chili powder.
Chill in the refrigerator before serving.
Practical Cooking Checks
The cues that matter most while cooking.
- Key technique
- Cooling combination of fresh yogurt and soft gourd
- Finish cue
- Bring water to a boil in a pot, add the grated gourd, and boil for 3-4 minutes until soft.
- Storage and reheating
- Chill in the refrigerator before serving.
Cooking decision evidence
Calculated Charim data and applicable official food safety guidance.
This recipe
20min, 7 ingredients
Category median
25min, 8 ingredients
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