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Bathua raita served in a bowl. Seen in the background are some dry bathua leaves.

Bathua Raita

Make creamy and flavorful Bathua Raita at home! A healthy yogurt-based side dish perfect for any Indian meal.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Cooling Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 2

Ingredients

  • 1 Cup yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons Bathua paste or 1 tablespoon dry Bahuta leaves
  • ½ teaspoon roasted cumin powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt to taste
  • Water if required to adjust consistency

Instructions

Preparing Bathua Paste

  • Clean and rinse the bathua leaves well.
  • Steam the bathua leaves in microwave, or an open pot or pressure cooker.
  • Once steamed let them cool down completely.
  • Make a smooth paste in a blender.

Making Bathua Raita

  • In a bowl add the yogurt.
  • Whisk to a smooth consistency
  • Add 2 tablespoons bathua leaves/paste or 1 tablespoon of crushed dried bathua leaves in the yogurt.
  • Add roasted cumin powder, and salt, and mix.
  • Add water if required to adjust consistency.
  • Serve it at room temperature or chilled.

Notes

  • The Bathua Paste can be stored in the freezer for up to 2-3 months and can be used as required.