lauki aur pudine ka raita recipe | dudhi pudina raita | healthy lauki pudina raita | how to make bottle gourd mint raita | mint flavoured lauki raita |
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lauki aur pudine ka raita recipe | dudhi pudina raita | healthy lauki pudina raita | how to make bottle gourd mint raita | mint flavoured lauki raita is a nourishing accompaniment to any Indian meal. Learn how to make bottle gourd mint raita.
To make lauki aur pudine ka raita, combine all the ingredients, in a serving bowl and whisk well. Refrigerate for at least ½ hour. Serve chilled.
This mint flavoured lauki raita makes a wonderful summertime treat when served chilled. It is slightly crunchy, colourful and healthy which you can have any time, and even carry to work in the lunch box!
Grated lauki contributes minimal calories and also blends perfectly with the 'minty' flavour of this raita. If you are fussy about milk, this dudhi pudina raita is an ideal meal time feast to meet your protein and calcium requirements.
This healthy lauki pudina raita has a bountiful of other nutrients to tempt you if you’re a health freak. Mint is known for its anti-inflammatory properties, while also contributing vitamin A which helps in having a good vision and a glowing skin. The little fibre, along with the pro-biotic nature of curd from this bottle gourd mint raita is beneficial to the gut.
Tips for lauki aur pudine ka raita. 1. Prefer to grate the doodhi thick to enjoy its flavour. 2. You can make you choice between low fat curd and full fat curd. 3. Use chilled curd, to save on time.
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For lauki aur pudine ka raita- To make lauki aur pudine ka raita, combine all the ingredients, in a serving bowl and whisk well.
- Refrigerate for at least ½ hour.
- Serve the lauki aur pudine ka raita chilled.
Lauki Aur Pudine ka Raita recipe with step by step photos
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What are Raitas ? Raita is a quintessential accompaniment for any Indian meal. It adds a refreshing note, making the heaviest of meals seem light and digestible. Simply put, raita means veggies and/or fruits in curd.
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South Indians temper the raita with mustard and red chillies, while in the North it is served with a sprinkling of spice powders. A raita can be standalone, like Tomato Raita, Pineapple Raita or Onion Raita. Or, it can be a combo of fruits and veggies like Dill and Cucumber Raita.
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Often, a garnish of coriander or mint is added to give the raita a herby punch. The herb itself can be the focus of a raita, as in the case of the popular Mint Raita!
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You can also make fun-packed raitas like the Boondi Raita, which appeal to kids as well as adults. Get creative with the fruit-veggie combos and garnishes too.
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When you are in the mood for some experimentation, try garnishing your raita with crushed toasted papad just before serving. Or, add some roasted cashews or crushed peanuts for a crunchy interlude. Unleash your imagination, and you will realize the world of raitas is endless.
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What is lauki aur pudine ka raita made off ? lauki aur pudine ka raita recipe | is made from lauki, curd, pudina and spices.
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This is what lauki looks like.
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Wash and then peel the skin off the lauki (bottlegourd).
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Hold a vegetable grater in one hand and the bottle gourd on the other. Starting from the top end of the grater, place it on the blade and push it down wards to get thickly grated/ thinly grated bottle gourd.
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For lauki aur pudine ka raita recipe | dudhi pudina raita | healthy lauki pudina raita | how to make bottle gourd mint raita | mint flavoured lauki raita, in a bowl, put 1 cup low fat curds (dahi).
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Beat the curds with a whisk.
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Add 4 tbsp chopped mint leaves (phudina).
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Add 1/4 tsp roasted cumin seeds (jeera).
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Add 1/4 tsp black salt (sanchal).
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Add 1/2 tsp sugar (optional).
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Add the grated lauki.
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Whisk well.
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Refrigerate for at least ½ hour. Serve lauki aur pudine ka raita recipe | dudhi pudina raita | healthy lauki pudina raita | how to make bottle gourd mint raita | mint flavoured lauki raita chilled.
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Lauki aur Pudine ka Raita – for weight loss, healthy heart and diabetes.
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With 24 calories per serving, this raita is a wise choice for obesity and women with PCOS aiming to lose weight.
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Being low in sodium, this raita can be enjoyed by people with high BP and heart disease.
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Diabetics too can include this healthy accompaniment to their meals without the worry of added carbs. But they need to avoid the use of sugar in the recipe.
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Bottle gourd is also a fair source of vitamin C.
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The curd, on the other hand, is rich in calcium and protein which help in bone strengthening process.
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Nutrient values (Abbrv) per serving
Energy | 24 cal |
Protein | 2 g |
Carbohydrates | 3.8 g |
Fiber | 0.7 g |
Fat | 0.1 g |
Cholesterol | 0 mg |
Sodium | 25.4 mg |
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