Apple raita is a refreshing and flavorful Indian side dish that is perfect for any occasion. Made with yogurt, cucumber, onion, and spices, apple raita is a delicious and healthy way to add some crunch and tang to your meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover apples. The addition of apple in the raita gives it a unique and delicious taste. It is also a very versatile dish that can be served with a variety of main courses, including grilled chicken, fish, or vegetables.
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YOGURT AND APPLE RAITA
This recipe has been adapted from "From Curries to Kebabs" by Madhur Jaffrey.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Cuisine-Inspired Recipes Indian-Inspired Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place yogurt in a small bowl. Beat lightly with a fork until smooth and creamy. Stir in salt, pepper, chile powder, and apple.
BEET ROOT AND APPLE RAITA
This fresh and light salad is inspired by the apple season and our holidays in India. Cumin, coriander, black mustard and pomegranate syrup give to this plate an exotic note.
Provided by Artandkitchen
Categories Apple
Time 17m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Join the roots and the apples cubes (slices are fine too) in salad bowl.
- Roast coriander, cumin and mustard seed in the oil until it smells nice.
- Mix well the remaining ingredients with the roasted seeds in a small separate bowl.
- Put the mixture on the cubes, add some drops of pomegranate syrup on top and decorate with a knife.
TURKEY KOFTE WITH APPLE RAITA AND SPINACH
Steps:
- Whisk together 2 tablespoons of the oil, tomato paste, onion, garlic, cumin, cinnamon, allspice, cayenne, and salt and pepper in a large bowl. Add the turkey and parsley and using your hands, gently mix until combined. Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors meld. Can be made 8 hours in advance and refrigerated.
- Heat the grill to high.
- Divide the mixture into 12 equal portions and roll into balls. Gently press down on the top of each patty to flatten slightly. Brush the patties on both sides with 2 tablespoons oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill the kofte until golden brown on both sides and cooked through, about 3 minutes per side.
- Whisk together the lemon juice and remaining 2 tablespoons of oil in a large bowl and season with salt and pepper. Add the spinach and toss to lightly coat the leaves in the dressing. Fill each pita with 3 of the patties, top with spinach, red onions and raita. Place a patty Transfer the spinach to a platter and arrange the kofte on top of the leaves. Top each patty with some of the raita.
- Stir together the yogurt, apple, salt, cinnamon and cayenne in a small bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Tips:
- Choose the right apples: Use crisp, tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp. These apples hold their shape well and won't turn mushy in the raita.
- Peel and core the apples: This will help the apples cook evenly and prevent the raita from becoming too chunky.
- Grate the apples: This will help the apples blend into the raita and create a smooth texture.
- Use fresh yogurt: Fresh yogurt will give the raita a tangy flavor and a creamy texture.
- Add spices to taste: Cumin, coriander, and garam masala are all common spices used in apple raita. You can also add a pinch of red chili powder for a bit of heat.
- Chill the raita before serving: This will help the flavors meld together and make the raita more refreshing.
Conclusion:
Apple raita is a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, give apple raita a try!
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