Mango Raita

Mango Raita or aam ka raita is so refreshing and a delicious raita recipe to make in the summer season. When mangoes are in abundance, this ripe mango mint raita with yogurt is a perfect delicacy to enjoy.

With the hint of the mint, it tastes great and works as a dip. if serve chilled it is the best dessert as well.

Yogurt (or Curd) and mango is a wonderful combination in summer when the heat hits high on temperature. Yogurt is a wonderfully refreshing and cooling agent for heatwaves, Sweet Lassi, Spicy Buttermilk or Curd Rice are some of the yogurt recipes to enjoy.

Mango is also known as “king of fruits” is used in various ways as soon as it hits the market. From making mango pickle, aam Panna, raw mango raita, mango chutney with raw mango you can go on to prepare mango lassi, mango shake, strawberry mango salsa, Semolina mango cake and so much more with ripe mango.

What is raita

In general, raita is a mixture of whisked yogurt (curd) and fruit or vegetable along with basic spices such as roasted cumin seed powder, salt, red chili powder, black salt. Garnishing with green coriander or mint leaves. raita is named after the main ingredients in it.

Mango mint raita is a combination of whisked yogurt, chopped mango pieces, mango puree (optional) with spices like roasted cumin powder, salt, mint leaves.

Tips to make best mango raita recipe

1. If you enjoy flavored yogurt like mango lassi then add mango puree in place of water while whisking yogurt.
2. Use fresh and thick curd (yogurt). It should not be sour. If the curd is sour then add milk in place of water.
3. You can use pomegranate seeds too for garnishing.
4. Use fresh seasonal nonfibrous mangoes.

In north Indian style, raita recipes do not involve any tadka. In South India, a tadka with oil, curry leaves, mustard seeds, and dry red chilis is often used. Tadka is a must in raita for South Indian Style cooking. And it is also called as Pachadi.

Ingredients of mango raita

1. Main ingredients– 1 Cup yogurt or curd, 1 cup chopped ripe mango and some more for garnishing, 1/2 cup mango puree (completely optional), 1/2 cup water.
2. Spices – 1/2 tsp roasted cumin seed powder, 1 tsp sugar (maple syrup), 1/4 tsp black salt, salt as per taste
3. Garnishing – Few pieces of chopped mango, 2 tbsp chopped mint leaves
4. For Tadka (optional)– 1tsp oil, 4-6 curry leaves, 2 dry red chilies, 1/4 tsp mustard seeds

How to make ripe mango raita

1. In a mixing bowl add thick yogurt and water. Whisked together until yogurt looks smooth and creamy. If you prefer to add puree too, add it in place of water.
2. Peel the mangoes and chop it in small cubes.
3. Add these chopped mango pieces in the yogurt.
4. To this add roasted cumin seed powder, black salt, and adjust salt as per taste. Combine well. Adjust sugar level by tasting the mixture.
5. Garnish with chopped mint leaves and chopped mango. Refrigerate for 30 minutes and serve. I had this mango mint raita with mint pulao.
6. For Tadka – Heat a tadka pan and add oil. When the oil is hot enough add mustard seeds. Once they start crackling add curry leaves, and dry red chilies. Pour it over the mango raita and serve immediately.

Enjoy raitas with biryani or stuffed parathas like pudina paratha or mint paratha, gobhi paratha, aloo paratha or plain parathas like ajwain paratha or zucchini paratha. You can check all paratha recipes here which will go well with these raita recipes.

Mango Raita

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Mango Raita or aam ka raita is so refreshing and a delicious raita recipe to make in the summer season. When mangoes are in abundance, this ripe mango mint raita with yogurt is a perfect delicacy to enjoy.

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Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 5 mins

Total Time 15 mins

Course Dessert, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine Indian

Servings 3

Calories 90 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 1 Cup Yogurt or curd I used greek yogurt in this recipe
• 1 Cup chopped ripe mango and some more for garnishing
• 1/2 Cup mango puree (completely optional) In case of sour curd or in place of water
• 1/2 Cup water
• 1/2 Tsp roasted cumin seed powder
• 1 Tsp Sugar or maple syrup I used maple syrup
• 1/4 Tsp black salt
• Salt as per taste

Garnishing

• Chopped mango pieces
• Mint leaves

Instructions

 

• In a mixing bowl add thick yogurt and water. Whisked together until yogurt looks smooth and creamy. If you prefer to add puree too, add it in place of water.
• Peel the mangoes and chop it in small cubes.
• Add these chopped mango pieces in the yogurt.
• To this add roasted cumin seed powder, black salt, and adjust salt as per taste. Combine well. Adjust sugar level by tasting the mixture.
• Garnish with chopped mint leaves and chopped mango. Refrigerate for 30 minutes and serve. I had this mango mint raita with mint pulao.

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Notes

If you prefer Tadka then For Tadka (optional)– 1tsp oil, 4-6 curry leaves, 2 dry red chilies, 1/4 tsp mustard seeds

Heat a tadka pan and add oil. When the oil is hot enough add mustard seeds. Once they start crackling add curry leaves, and dry red chilies. Pour it over the mango raita and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 3gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 235mgPotassium: 219mgFiber: 1gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 676IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 105mgIron: 1mg

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