Traditional Heritage

Beetroot Raita

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Ingredients

  • Beetroot 1 med size
  • 1 ½ cups Yogurt
  • ½ tsp Mustard seeds
  • 1 tsp Urad dal
  • Asafoetida a pinch
  • 1 tsp Oil
  • Salt to taste

Directions

  • Clean the beetroot and cut off the top and bottom portions.
  • Peel the skin with a peeler.
  • Place it in a microwaveable bowl with a cup of water and microwave for about 5 mins.
  • Turn the beetroot and microwave for a few more minutes.
  • Put a knife thru it to see if it’s cooked.
  • Allow it to cool and then grate the beet with a fine grater.
  • Add the grated beets to the yogurt.
  • Heat oil in a small pan.
  • Add the mustard seeds and once it splutters add the urad dal.
  • Once the dal is golden brown, add the red chilly and switch off the stove.
  • Add the asafoetida.
  • Add the seasoning to the yogurt beet mixture.
  • Add salt according to taste.

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