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Boondi Raita to accompany Biryani, Pulav or even rotis.

Boondi Raita (Tips for Crunchy and Soft Boondi Versions)

Aruna
Boondi Raita is one of the simplest raitas I make and it is one of my favourite ones. I love the crunch of the Boondi as I pair this dish with Biryani or Pulav.
While I prefer the crunchy version of Boondi Raita, I also make the one where the Boondi has softened for those in my family who love it that way.
Then of course, there are the spices that you could use. I used chilli powder, Sendha Namak, and Chat Masala. You could also use roasted Cumin Powder, Pepper Powder, and/or Anardana Powder.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Accompaniments, Side Dish
Cuisine Gluten Free, Indian, North Indian, Vegetarian
Servings 4 People
Equipment
  • Bowl
  • Spoon
Ingredients
  
  • 1/3 Cup Boondi
  • 1 Cup Dahi
  • 1/4 tsp Chat Masala
  • 1/4 tsp Chilli Powder
  • 1/4 tsp Sendha Namak (Or Regular Salt)
Other Ingredients
  • Water as needed
Instructions
 
  • Add 2 tbsp water, 1/4 tsp Chat Masala, 1/4 tsp Chilli Powder and some salt to 1 Cup Dahi, and mix well.
    Note: I used less chilli powder as my Boondi was already the spicy version.
    Tip: You could also use roasted Cumin Powder, Pepper Powder or Anardana Powder for flavour.
  • Now, add 1/3 cup Boondi and mix well.
For a Crunchy Boondi Raita
  • Serve immediately after mixing the Boondi into the Dahi.
For a Soft Boondi Raita
  • Add 3 tbsp water to the Boondi Raita and mix well.
  • Let the Boondi Raita rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
  • For the softer version of Boondi Raita, I prefer to let the Boondi soak in the dahi rather than in water. I do not prefer water-soaked Boondi as they do not absorb the flavour of the dahi.
Keyword Boondi Perugu Pachadi, Boondi Raita, Boondi Thayir Pachadi, Crunchy Boondi Raita, Perugu Pachadi, Raita, Soft Boondi Raita, Thayir Pachadi
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