Ghiya Raita

A cooling and nutritious raita made with bottle gourd (ghiya) and spiced yogurt, perfect as a side dish with Indian meals.

Ingredients

• 2 cups curd
• 1 cup grated ghiya (bottle gourd)
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• Salt to taste
• Red chili powder to taste

Method

1. Boil the grated ghiya until soft, then drain and let it cool.
2. Whisk the curd with a hand mixer until smooth.
3. Add the boiled ghiya and mix well. If the curd is too thick, add a little milk or water to adjust consistency.
4. Stir in salt, cumin powder, and red chili powder. Mix thoroughly.
5. Refrigerate for about an hour.
6. Serve chilled.

Serving Suggestion: Pairs well with pulao, parathas, or any spicy Indian curry.