Simple, Classic Ratia!! Raita are salads in yoghut. Boondi raita is little different from regular raita’s, instead of salads boondi (snack) is added and seasoned with mild spices and salt. Boondi is a small round fried droplets made out of chickpea flour (gram flour /besan).
It is very easy to make at home but it’s widely available in all Indian grocery stores. If you have all the ingredients ready, then it takes no time to whip this up. Just serve with pulao, biryani or any spicy rice dish and Enjoy!
Recipe for Boondi Raita /Crisp Gram flour granules in yogurt
Recipe for Boondi Raita /Crisp Gram flour granules in yogurt
Makes : 1 medium bowl
Ingredients :
For Boondi :
Chickpea Flour /Besan /Gram Four : 1/2 cup
Salt : 1/2 tsp
Baking powder : a pinch
Water to make batter
Oil for deep frying
For Raita :
Yogurt : 3 cups
Boondi : 1 cup
Roasted & Coarsely Ground Cumin seeds or Roasted Cumin Powder : 1/2 tsp
Red Chilli Powder : 1/2 tsp
Coriander Leaves to garnish
Green Chillies : 1-2 chopped to garnish (optional)
Salt to taste
How to make Boondi Raita :
Making Boondi:
1. Mix the gram flour, salt and baking powder with water to make a smooth pancake-like batter. Beat it up well.
2. Heat the oil in a frying pan on medium high heat. The frying pan should have at least 1 1/2 inches of oil. (Note: To test if the oil is the right temperature, drop a pinch of batter into the oil; if it rises immediately without changing color then the oil is ready to start frying.)
3. Add the mixed batter through a perforated spoon or boondi ladle (this is a large slotted spoon, with round holes) by spreading the batter with a spoon or a spatula so that small drops of boondi falls in the oil. (Note : While doing this, hold the spoon only 3 to 4 inches above the oil, to avoid splashing.)
4. Fry boondies on medium heat, turning frequently. They should be light golden colour when done. Remove using a slotted spoon. Place on an tissue paper and allow to cool.
Making Raita:
1. Soak boondies in 2 cups of warm water for 5 minutes. Squeeze water out gently or drain in a strainer and set it aside. (Note : This makes boondi soft. If you want it crisp; skip the above step and add it to the yogurt mixture just before serving.)
2. Beat yogurt, salt, chilli powder and cumin powder together. It should be of custard consistency. If yogurt is too thick, add a little milk or water to thin it.
3. Add boondies and mix gently.
4. Garnish with a sprinkle of chilli powder and ground cumin, chopped coriander leaves and chopped green chillies (optional) .
Variations :
Raita can also be tempered : Heat 1 tsp of oil in a ladle, add mustard seeds, few curry leaves and 2 small whole red chillies when it starts splutter pour over the raita.
Raita can also be tempered : Heat 1 tsp of oil in a ladle, add mustard seeds, few curry leaves and 2 small whole red chillies when it starts splutter pour over the raita.
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Sangeetha
Wow.. looks so tempting and inviting.. thanks for sharing dear !!
Indian Cuisine
interesting raita recipe…looks absolutely yummy…and also the earrings are very beautiful!!…loved it..:)
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Boondi raita looks so delicious.
where were u…..i haven't been here for ages….somehow i never recd updates…missed so many of ur postings….boondi raitas looksawesome dear…i love dat…and earrings are very cute…..congrats to u
Absolutely yummy..love it
congrats on your win dear
I always prefer boondi raita with my parathas…your presentation is beautiful…those danglers are so pretty.
Cool and soothing boondi raita…. and a pretty set of earrings.Congratulations on your winning them!!
i always make boondi with store bought instant boondis.this looks fantastic
Boondi raitha from scrath looks yummy
making ur own boondi for the raita is coolll !lovely, and congrats on ur win !!
Dr.Sameena Prathap says
Hey,
Congrats on your cute win..:)Bhoondi looks awesome…cute clicks too!!:)
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congrats Sangee.nalla rasamundu ktto:)
Congrats! all the best.
Boondi raita looks yummy and tempting.
I liked the ear rings very much. Looks very cute.
Absolutely love it dear ~ the shots are beautiful!
Congrats on your win ~ those earrings look so chic!
US Masala
Yummy raita and congrats on ur win
Boondi raita looks so yummy. Congrats on the win too.
Vardhini
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Bondi raita looks delicious. Your pics are so nice. congrats on your win. Those ear rings looks different and beautiful
Deepa
Hamaree Rasoi
congrats on the win lovely earrings
delicious looking raita
congrats sangee!!yummy raita…this raita is really tasty than usual onion or cucumber raita….nice click da!
Congratulations those earrings are gorgeous.Boondi raita looks delicious.
One of my favorites..ippol undakkittu kure aayi..boondi fry cheyyanulla madi 😉
congrats on your win 🙂
Congratulations those earrings are gorgeous.Boondi raita looks delicious.
Boondi raita adipoli, boondhi laddu is my favorite. congrats on your win.
all time favourate tempting raita
Wow, that raita looks so cool. Loved the first shot and close up as well. I've always bought boondi form the store never tried a homemade version. And oh, congts on your first win, first time is always special na?
Complements most dishes, adds a touch of royalty! Loved the post, pics, write up n all! Congrats on winning that lovely pair of ear rings!
Boondi raita will love to eat as such…looks more delectable n the ear rings are so cute…congratz dear…
Never say no to boondi raita,yummy bowl..Those ear rings looks soo cute..congrats dear..