on Jun 28, 2022, Updated Apr 03, 2024 Here are some more raita recipes that you may like: Boondi Raita, Sana Hua Nimbu, Makhana Raita, Bhindi Raita, Mooli Raita, and Pomegranate Raita.
About Aloo Raita (Potato Raita)
Aloo Raita (Potato Raita, Aloo Ka Raita) is a refreshing Indian accompaniment made using plain yogurt, cooked potatoes, and mild Indian herbs and spices. Boiled potatoes pair very well with yogurt and spices, making this dish very delicious. Every home has a different style of making raitas. In this post, I am sharing how I make this accompaniment. It is a perfect side dish to serve with any Indian meal. You can also make vegan raita using vegan yogurt, such as coconut yogurt or soy yogurt. Potatoes – You need boiled potatoes to make this potato raita recipe. You can boil them in a traditional pressure cooker, instant pot, or over the stovetop. I have mentioned the methods in the post below. Spices – You will need roasted cumin powder, black salt, regular salt, and Kashmiri red chili powder. I like to make roasted cumin powder at home. It has the best flavor and takes no time to come together. Others – You will also need green chilies, fresh mint leaves, and cilantro (fresh coriander leaves). Adjust the green chilies as per your taste. You can also add black pepper powder, chopped red onions, crushed yellow mustard seeds, chaat masala, etc to this raita for a taste change.
For Tempering
Tempering is optional but greatly enhances the potato raita’s taste. You will need oil, cumin seeds, dry red chilies, and curry leaves. Use any cooking oil that you prefer.
½ teaspoon roasted cumin powder ½ teaspoon black salt ¼ teaspoon Kashmiri red chili powder ¼ teaspoon regular salt ½ teaspoon finely chopped green chilies 1 tablespoon finely chopped mint leaves 1 tablespoon finely chopped cilantro ½ cup boiled potato cubes (cut into ¼ inch cubes)
If the raita is too thick for your liking, then add some water and thin it down. Check for salt and add more if required.
1 teaspoon cumin seeds 2 dry red chilies 10-12 curry leaves
Tip – Keep some tempering aside to garnish the raita.
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